How To Fix BW_BICS_EQ219 - BGRFC: Supervisor Destination missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BW_BICS_EQ - Easy Query Messages

• Message number: 219

• Message text: BGRFC: Supervisor Destination missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BW_BICS_EQ219 - BGRFC: Supervisor Destination missing ?

  The SAP error message BW_BICS_EQ219 with the description "BGRFC: Supervisor Destination missing" typically occurs in the context of Business Warehouse (BW) and Business Intelligence (BI) when there is an issue with the background RFC (Remote Function Call) configuration, specifically related to the BGRFC (Background RFC) framework.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error indicates that the system is unable to find a supervisor destination for the BGRFC. This can happen if the BGRFC configuration is not set up correctly or if the necessary destinations are missing in the system.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues that prevent the system from reaching the required destination.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BGRFC destination.
  System Configuration: The BW system may not be properly configured to handle BGRFC calls, or there may be inconsistencies in the configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BGRFC Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM58 to check for any stuck or failed RFC calls.
  Use transaction SM59 to verify the RFC destinations. Ensure that the BGRFC supervisor destination is correctly defined and active.
  Check the BGRFC settings in transaction RSCONN01 to ensure that the BGRFC is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Define Supervisor Destination:
  
  If the supervisor destination is missing, you may need to define it. This can typically be done in transaction RSCONN01 by creating or modifying the BGRFC settings.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or system has the necessary authorizations to access the BGRFC destination. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Network Configuration:
  
  Verify that there are no network issues preventing the connection to the BGRFC destination. This may involve checking firewall settings or network routes.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  In some cases, restarting the relevant services or the entire SAP system may resolve transient issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BGRFC: Background RFC is a mechanism in SAP that allows for asynchronous processing of background jobs. It is particularly useful in scenarios where high volumes of data need to be processed without blocking the main application.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for BW and BGRFC for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.