How To Fix /PF1/MSG_BC298 - No server available; Resource failure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_BC -

• Message number: 298

• Message text: No server available; Resource failure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_BC298 - No server available; Resource failure ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_BC298 No server available; Resource failure typically indicates that the SAP system is unable to connect to the required application server or that there is a resource issue preventing the server from being available. This can occur due to various reasons, including network issues, server overload, or configuration problems.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the client and the SAP application server.
  Server Overload: The application server may be overloaded with requests, causing it to be unable to accept new connections.
  Server Down: The application server may be down for maintenance or due to a crash.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the SAP system or in the load balancer settings can lead to this error.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient resources (CPU, memory, etc.) on the server can lead to failures in handling requests.
  Transport Layer Issues: Problems with the transport layer (e.g., TCP/IP settings) can also cause this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Server Status: Verify if the application server is up and running. You can do this by checking the SAP Management Console (SAP MMC) or using transaction codes like SM51 to view the list of application servers.
  Network Connectivity: Ensure that there are no network issues. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to check connectivity to the server.
  Review System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and developer traces (transaction ST22) for any errors or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  Load Balancer Configuration: If you are using a load balancer, ensure that it is correctly configured and that it is routing requests to the available application servers.
  Resource Monitoring: Monitor the resource usage on the application server (CPU, memory, etc.) using transaction SM04 or ST06. If the server is overloaded, consider scaling up resources or optimizing the workload.
  Restart Services: If the server is unresponsive, you may need to restart the SAP services or the entire server, if possible.
  Check SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM51 (to check server status), SM04 (to monitor user sessions), ST22 (for dumps), and SM21 (for system logs).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with detailed logs and error messages.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and community forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the /PF1/MSG_BC298 No server available; Resource failure error in your SAP environment.