How To Fix BGRFC363 - Invalid wait between restart attempts for destination (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BGRFC - qRFC - New Background RFC

• Message number: 363

• Message text: Invalid wait between restart attempts for destination (see long text)

What causes this issue?

The wait time between two restart attempts for a destination must be
greater than 60 seconds.

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?

Choose a wait time of 60 seconds or greater.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BGRFC363 - Invalid wait between restart attempts for destination (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message BGRFC363 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the background RFC (BGRFC) destination in your SAP system. Specifically, it points to an invalid wait time set between restart attempts for a BGRFC destination. This can occur when the system is trying to process BGRFC calls but encounters a configuration issue.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Configuration: The wait time between restart attempts for the BGRFC destination is set to an invalid value (e.g., negative value or excessively high).
  System Load: High system load or performance issues may lead to the BGRFC processing being delayed, causing the system to attempt restarts.
  Network Issues: Problems with network connectivity to the target system can also lead to this error.
  Destination Settings: The destination settings in transaction SM59 may not be correctly configured.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 and check the settings for the BGRFC destination.
  Ensure that the wait time between restart attempts is set to a valid positive integer value.
  
  
  
  Adjust Parameters:
  
  You can adjust the parameters related to BGRFC in the system profile or through transaction RZ10. Look for parameters like bgRFC/RESTART_WAIT and ensure they are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Load:
  
  Use transaction SM50 or SM66 to monitor the system load and check if there are any long-running processes that might be affecting BGRFC processing.
  
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues between the SAP system and the target system. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to diagnose connectivity issues.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the BGRFC logs in transaction SLG1 for any additional error messages or details that might provide more context on the issue.
  
  
  
  Restart BGRFC:
  
  If necessary, you can restart the BGRFC processing by using transaction SM58 to clear any stuck entries.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BGRFC Overview: Background RFC (BGRFC) is a mechanism in SAP that allows asynchronous communication between systems. It is particularly useful for handling high volumes of data without blocking the main processing threads.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to BGRFC configuration or known bugs.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for BGRFC for detailed configuration guidelines and best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.