How To Fix BGRFC517 - No authorization to create entry in NW bgRFC configuration

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BGRFC - qRFC - New Background RFC

• Message number: 517

• Message text: No authorization to create entry in NW bgRFC configuration

What causes this issue?

You do not have authorization to create new destination-specific
settings for outbound NW bgRFC.

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?

You require the authorization object S_BGRFC, with activity '01' (Add or
Create) and type '15'.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BGRFC517 - No authorization to create entry in NW bgRFC configuration ?

  The SAP error message BGRFC517 indicates that there is no authorization to create an entry in the NetWeaver background RFC (bgRFC) configuration. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform an operation related to bgRFC but lacks the necessary authorizations.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is insufficient authorization for the user executing the bgRFC-related transaction or function. The user may not have the required roles or permissions assigned to them in the SAP system.
  Solution:
  To resolve the BGRFC517 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check for missing authorizations. This transaction will show you the last authorization check that failed.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SU01 to review the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Assign Necessary Roles:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles assigned that include the necessary authorizations for bgRFC operations. The relevant authorization objects may include:
  
  S_BC_DET: Authorization for background processing.
  S_BC_SRV: Authorization for background services.
  S_BC_TSK: Authorization for background tasks.
  
  
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the user has the correct roles.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the bgRFC configuration is correctly set up in the system. You can check this using transaction SM58 (for transactional RFC) or SLG1 (for logging background jobs).
  Verify that the bgRFC destination is correctly configured and that the necessary parameters are set.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or configurations, test the operation again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue continues, refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to bgRFC and authorization issues for further guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  bgRFC (Background Remote Function Call) is a mechanism in SAP that allows asynchronous communication between different SAP systems or between different applications within the same system.
  Proper configuration and authorization management are crucial for ensuring that bgRFC functions correctly and securely.
  Regular audits of user roles and authorizations can help prevent such issues from occurring in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.