How To Fix BGRFC359 - Server &1: Expiration time for load balancing entries &2 is incorrect

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BGRFC - qRFC - New Background RFC

• Message number: 359

• Message text: Server &1: Expiration time for load balancing entries &2 is incorrect

What causes this issue?

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System Response

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BGRFC359 - Server &1: Expiration time for load balancing entries &2 is incorrect ?

  The SAP error message BGRFC359 indicates an issue with the load balancing entries in the background RFC (BGRFC) configuration. Specifically, it points to an incorrect expiration time for the load balancing entries on the specified server.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Configuration Issues: The expiration time for load balancing entries may not be set correctly in the BGRFC configuration.
  System Time Discrepancies: There may be discrepancies in the system time settings between the servers involved in the load balancing.
  Network Issues: Network problems or misconfigurations can lead to incorrect handling of load balancing entries.
  Database Issues: If the database is not responding correctly or is experiencing issues, it may affect the load balancing entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BGRFC359 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check BGRFC Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM58 (Transactional RFC) and check the configuration settings for BGRFC.
  Ensure that the expiration time for load balancing entries is set correctly. You can adjust the settings in the BGRFC configuration.
  
  
  
  Verify System Time:
  
  Ensure that the system time is synchronized across all servers involved in the load balancing. You can use NTP (Network Time Protocol) to synchronize the time.
  
  
  
  Review Network Configuration:
  
  Check the network configuration to ensure that there are no issues affecting communication between the servers.
  Look for any firewall rules or network policies that might be interfering with BGRFC communication.
  
  
  
  Monitor Database Performance:
  
  Check the database performance and ensure that it is functioning correctly. Look for any locks or long-running queries that might be affecting the BGRFC operations.
  
  
  
  Restart BGRFC Services:
  
  If the issue persists, consider restarting the BGRFC services or the affected application servers to refresh the load balancing entries.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that can resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error details and any relevant logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BGRFC: Background Remote Function Call is a mechanism in SAP that allows asynchronous communication between different SAP systems or between different application servers within the same system.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM58 (for monitoring RFC calls) and SM21 (for system logs) to help diagnose issues.
  SAP Basis: Understanding the role of SAP Basis in managing system configurations and performance can be beneficial when troubleshooting such errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the BGRFC359 error.