How To Fix BW_BICS_EQ221 - BGRFC: Inbound Destination missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BW_BICS_EQ - Easy Query Messages

• Message number: 221

• Message text: BGRFC: Inbound Destination missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BW_BICS_EQ221 - BGRFC: Inbound Destination missing ?

  The SAP error message BW_BICS_EQ221, which indicates "BGRFC: Inbound 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) communication setup. This error suggests that the system is unable to find the necessary inbound destination for the BGRFC communication.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The BGRFC destination may not be configured correctly in the SAP system. This could be due to missing entries in the BGRFC configuration tables or incorrect settings.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues between the systems involved in the BGRFC communication.
  System Configuration: The system may not be properly set up to handle BGRFC calls, or the necessary components may not be activated.
  Transport Layer Issues: If the error occurs after a transport, it could be due to missing transport objects related to BGRFC configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BGRFC Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SM58 to check for any stuck or failed RFC calls.
  Use transaction SMQR to verify the configuration of the BGRFC queues. Ensure that the inbound destination is correctly defined.
  Check the BGRFC settings in transaction SMD (Solution Manager Diagnostics) or SCC4 (Client Administration) to ensure that the necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Create or Adjust Inbound Destination:
  
  If the inbound destination is missing, you may need to create it. This can be done in transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations) by defining the appropriate RFC destination for BGRFC.
  Ensure that the destination is set to the correct target system and that the connection type is appropriate (e.g., T for TCP/IP).
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute BGRFC calls. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Restart BGRFC:
  
  Sometimes, simply restarting the BGRFC process can resolve transient issues. You can do this in transaction SMQ1 (for outbound queues) and SMQ2 (for inbound queues).
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BGRFC: Background RFC is a mechanism in SAP that allows asynchronous communication between different SAP systems or between different components of the same system.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM58: To monitor and manage asynchronous RFC calls.
  SMQR: To manage BGRFC queues.
  SM59: To configure RFC destinations.
  SLG1: To view application logs for error messages.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage SAP support for further assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or system-specific issues.