How To Fix BGRFC460 - &1: Unexpected exception: &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BGRFC - qRFC - New Background RFC

• Message number: 460

• Message text: &1: Unexpected exception: &2 &3 &4

What causes this issue?

An internal error occurred when performing the bgRFC health check.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BGRFC460 - &1: Unexpected exception: &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message BGRFC460 typically indicates that there is an unexpected exception occurring in the background RFC (BGRFC) processing. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for troubleshooting and resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: Problems with network connectivity between the SAP systems can lead to BGRFC errors.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration of the BGRFC settings or the RFC destination can cause exceptions.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (like memory or CPU) can lead to unexpected exceptions.
  Code Issues: Bugs or exceptions in the ABAP code being executed during the BGRFC call can trigger this error.
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as locks or deadlocks, can also lead to unexpected exceptions.
  Transport Issues: If there are issues with the transport layer or if the transport is not properly configured, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Logs: Review the BGRFC logs and the system logs (transaction SM21) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the root cause.
  Network Connectivity: Ensure that there are no network issues between the systems involved in the BGRFC call.
  Configuration Review: Verify the BGRFC configuration settings and ensure that the RFC destinations are correctly set up.
  System Resources: Monitor system resources and ensure that the SAP system has adequate memory and CPU available.
  Debugging: If the error is related to custom ABAP code, use the debugger to trace the execution and identify the point of failure.
  Database Health: Check the health of the database and resolve any locks or deadlocks that may be present.
  Transport Configuration: Ensure that the transport layer is correctly configured and that all necessary transports have been applied.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SM58 (for monitoring asynchronous RFC), SM21 (for system logs), and SLG1 (for application logs) to gather more information about the error.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  BGRFC Monitoring: Use transaction code SBGRFCMON to monitor BGRFC queues and identify any stuck or failed entries.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.