How To Fix BGRFC558 - bgRFC Dest. Config. &1: Error when reading destination: &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BGRFC - qRFC - New Background RFC

• Message number: 558

• Message text: bgRFC Dest. Config. &1: Error when reading destination: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BGRFC558 - bgRFC Dest. Config. &1: Error when reading destination: &2 ?

  The SAP error message BGRFC558 indicates that there is an issue with the background RFC (bgRFC) destination configuration. Specifically, the error message states that there was an error when reading the destination configuration for a specified destination.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The bgRFC destination may not be configured correctly in the SAP system. This could include missing entries in the relevant tables or incorrect parameters.
  
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the system from accessing the destination.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary authorizations to access the bgRFC destination.
  
  
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or inconsistencies in the SAP system that are affecting the bgRFC configuration.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BGRFC558 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations).
  Verify that the bgRFC destination is correctly configured. Check the connection parameters, target host, and system ID.
  
  
  
  Test the Connection:
  
  In transaction SM59, select the bgRFC destination and use the "Connection Test" option to ensure that the destination is reachable.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary authorizations to access the bgRFC destination.
  
  
  
  Check for System Errors:
  
  Look for any system logs or error messages in transaction SM21 (System Log) that might provide additional context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Logs:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate issues during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Restart bgRFC:
  
  In some cases, restarting the bgRFC process can help resolve transient issues. You can do this in transaction SM58 (Transactional RFC) or SLG1 (Application Log).
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  bgRFC: Background Remote Function Call (bgRFC) is a mechanism in SAP that allows asynchronous communication between different SAP systems or between different applications within the same system.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM59 (RFC Destinations), SM58 (Transactional RFC), and SLG1 (Application Log) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Regularly check for updates and patches related to bgRFC in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the BGRFC558 error message.