How To Fix BGRFC802 - Conversion job is already running

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BGRFC - qRFC - New Background RFC

• Message number: 802

• Message text: Conversion job is already running

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BGRFC802 - Conversion job is already running ?

  The SAP error message BGRFC802: Conversion job is already running typically occurs in the context of the Background RFC (BGRFC) framework in SAP. This error indicates that a conversion job that is supposed to process BGRFC messages is already in progress, which prevents another instance of the job from starting.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Execution: The most common cause is that the BGRFC conversion job is already running due to a previous execution that has not yet completed.
  Long-Running Jobs: If the job takes longer than expected to process, it may lead to this error when a new job is triggered.
  Job Scheduling Issues: There may be issues with how jobs are scheduled in the system, leading to overlapping executions.
  System Performance: High system load or performance issues can cause jobs to run longer than usual.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Job Status: Use transaction code SM37 to check the status of the BGRFC conversion job. Look for any jobs that are