How To Fix BGRFC369 - Invalid deletion time for processed units

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BGRFC - qRFC - New Background RFC

• Message number: 369

• Message text: Invalid deletion time for processed units

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Specify a time greater than 120.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BGRFC369 - Invalid deletion time for processed units ?

  The SAP error message BGRFC369: Invalid deletion time for processed units typically occurs in the context of the Background Remote Function Call (BGRFC) framework. This error indicates that there is an issue with the deletion time specified for processed units in the BGRFC queue.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Deletion Time: The deletion time set for the processed units is either in the past or not valid according to the system's current time settings.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the BGRFC settings or parameters that govern the deletion of processed units.
  System Time Discrepancies: If the system time is not synchronized correctly, it can lead to invalid timestamps being assigned to processed units.
  Database Locking Issues: If there are locks on the database that prevent the deletion of processed units, it may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Deletion Time: Review the deletion time set for the processed units. Ensure that it is a valid future time and not in the past.
  Adjust BGRFC Settings: Verify the BGRFC configuration settings in transaction SM58 or SLG1 to ensure they are correctly set up.
  Synchronize System Time: Ensure that the system time on the SAP server is synchronized with a reliable time source. You can use NTP (Network Time Protocol) for synchronization.
  Monitor and Clear Queue: Use transaction SMQ1 (for outbound queues) or SMQ2 (for inbound queues) to monitor the BGRFC queues. If there are stuck entries, consider clearing or reprocessing them.
  Check for Locks: Investigate if there are any database locks that might be preventing the deletion of processed units. You can use transaction SM12 to check for locks.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs using transaction SLG1 for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BGRFC Overview: BGRFC is a framework in SAP that allows for asynchronous communication between different SAP systems or between different processes within the same system.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM58: Monitor RFC calls.
  SMQ1/SMQ2: Monitor BGRFC queues.
  SLG1: Application log for error messages.
  SM12: Check for database locks.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to BGRFC for any known issues or patches that might address this error.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.