How To Fix BGRFC553 - bgRFC Dest. Config. &1: Destination does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BGRFC - qRFC - New Background RFC

• Message number: 553

• Message text: bgRFC Dest. Config. &1: Destination does not exist

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BGRFC553 - bgRFC Dest. Config. &1: Destination does not exist ?

  The SAP error message BGRFC553 indicates that there is an issue with the background RFC (bgRFC) destination configuration. Specifically, the error message states that the destination specified does not exist. This can occur in various scenarios where bgRFC is used for asynchronous communication between different SAP systems or between different processes within the same system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Destination: The specified bgRFC destination does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the destination name or the destination not being created at all.
  Incorrect Configuration: The bgRFC destination may not be properly configured, or the necessary parameters may be missing.
  Transport Issues: If the destination was recently transported from another system, it may not have been set up correctly in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process trying to access the bgRFC destination may not have the necessary authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations) and verify that the destination specified in the error message exists.
  If it does not exist, create it by clicking on "Create" and filling in the necessary details.
  
  
  
  Verify bgRFC Configuration:
  
  Check the bgRFC configuration in transaction SBGRFC or SBDG to ensure that the destination is correctly set up.
  Ensure that the bgRFC destination is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Double-check the destination name in the code or configuration where the error is occurring to ensure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to access the bgRFC destination. You may need to check roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the destination was transported, ensure that all necessary configuration steps were followed in the target system.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  bgRFC: Background Remote Function Call is a mechanism in SAP for asynchronous communication, allowing for better performance and reliability in processing background tasks.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: For managing RFC destinations.
  SBGRFC: For monitoring and managing bgRFC queues.
  SBDG: For bgRFC configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to bgRFC for any known issues or patches that may address similar problems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the bgRFC destination not existing.