How To Fix BGRFC361 - Number of restarts must be greater than zero

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BGRFC - qRFC - New Background RFC

• Message number: 361

• Message text: Number of restarts must be greater than zero

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BGRFC361 - Number of restarts must be greater than zero ?

  The SAP error message BGRFC361 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the background RFC (BGRFC) settings in your SAP system. Specifically, the error message states that the number of restarts must be greater than zero, which means that the system is expecting a positive integer value for the number of allowed restarts for BGRFC processes.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The BGRFC settings in the system may not be configured correctly. The parameter that defines the number of restarts might be set to zero or not set at all.
  System Parameters: The relevant system parameters for BGRFC might not be properly defined in the instance profile.
  Transport Issues: If there have been recent changes or transports, the BGRFC settings may have been inadvertently altered.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BGRFC361 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check BGRFC Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction RZ10 (Profile Maintenance) and check the instance profile for the BGRFC parameters.
  Look for the parameter bgRFC/RESTARTS and ensure it is set to a value greater than zero (e.g., 1 or more).
  
  
  
  Modify the Parameter:
  
  If the parameter is not set or is set to zero, modify it to a positive integer value.
  Save the changes and activate the profile.
  
  
  
  Restart the Instance:
  
  After making changes to the profile, you may need to restart the SAP instance for the changes to take effect.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Errors:
  
  After making the changes, monitor the system for any other related errors or issues that may arise.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the appropriate value for the parameter, consult the SAP documentation or your system administrator for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BGRFC: Background Remote Function Call (BGRFC) is a mechanism in SAP that allows asynchronous communication between different SAP systems or between different processes within the same system.
  Transaction Codes: You may find it useful to familiarize yourself with transaction codes such as SM58 (for monitoring RFC calls) and SLG1 (for viewing application logs) to troubleshoot further.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to BGRFC issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BGRFC361 error and ensure that your BGRFC settings are correctly configured.