How To Fix BGRFC357 - Server &1: Idle time for scheduler &2 must be greater than 60 seconds

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BGRFC - qRFC - New Background RFC

• Message number: 357

• Message text: Server &1: Idle time for scheduler &2 must be greater than 60 seconds

What causes this issue?

You have entered a scheduler idle time that is less than a minute.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Specify a scheduler idle time that is greater than a minute (that is,
enter a value greater than 60).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BGRFC357 - Server &1: Idle time for scheduler &2 must be greater than 60 seconds ?

  The SAP error message BGRFC357 indicates that the idle time for a background RFC (bRFC) scheduler is set to a value that is less than or equal to 60 seconds. This can lead to performance issues or instability in the system, as the scheduler may not have enough time to process requests efficiently.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the configuration for the bRFC scheduler has an idle time setting that does not meet the minimum requirement of 60 seconds. This setting is crucial for ensuring that the scheduler can manage the processing of background RFC calls effectively.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to adjust the idle time setting for the bRFC scheduler. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the SAP system: Log in to your SAP system where the error is occurring.
  
  
  Transaction Code: Use transaction code SM58 to access the "Transactional RFC" monitor.
  
  
  Check Scheduler Settings: You can also check the settings for the bRFC scheduler using transaction code SM21 (System Log) or SMD (Solution Manager Diagnostics) if you have it configured.
  
  
  Adjust Idle Time:
  
  Go to transaction RZ10 to change the profile parameters.
  Look for the parameter rdisp/bgrfc/scheduler_idle_time.
  Ensure that this parameter is set to a value greater than 60 seconds (e.g., 120 seconds or more).
  Save the changes and activate the profile.
  
  
  
  Restart the Scheduler: After making the changes, you may need to restart the bRFC scheduler for the changes to take effect. This can typically be done by restarting the SAP instance.
  
  
  Monitor the System: After making the changes, monitor the system to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the bRFC processing is functioning as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  bRFC (Background RFC): This is a mechanism in SAP that allows asynchronous processing of RFC calls. It is designed to improve performance and reliability in distributed environments.
  Performance Tuning: Adjusting the idle time can be part of broader performance tuning efforts in an SAP system, especially in environments with high transaction volumes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after making the changes, consider consulting SAP support or reviewing system logs for further diagnostics.