How To Fix RS_B4HANA_RC003 - The number of BG jobs for parallel processing must be between 1 to &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_B4HANA_RC -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: The number of BG jobs for parallel processing must be between 1 to &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_B4HANA_RC003 - The number of BG jobs for parallel processing must be between 1 to &1. ?

  The SAP error message RS_B4HANA_RC003 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of background jobs for parallel processing in your SAP system. Specifically, the error states that the number of background jobs must be set between 1 and a specified maximum value (denoted as &1).
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when the configuration for the number of background jobs for parallel processing is set to a value that is either less than 1 or exceeds the maximum allowed limit. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The parameter for the number of background jobs may have been set incorrectly in the system settings.
  System Limitations: The maximum number of jobs allowed for parallel processing may not have been defined correctly or may have been exceeded.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to adjust the configuration settings for the number of background jobs for parallel processing. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code RZ10 (Profile Parameter Maintenance) or RZ11 (Maintain Profile Parameters).
  
  
  
  Check the Parameter:
  
  Look for the parameter related to parallel processing jobs. This is typically rscp/bg_job_max or a similar parameter depending on your SAP version.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Value:
  
  Ensure that the value is set between 1 and the maximum allowed value (as indicated by &1 in the error message). If it is set to 0 or a negative number, change it to a valid number.
  If you are unsure of the maximum value, consult your system documentation or SAP support.
  
  
  
  Save and Activate:
  
  After making the changes, save the configuration and activate the profile if necessary.
  
  
  
  Restart the Background Job:
  
  If applicable, restart the background job that was causing the error to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or updates regarding this error message.
  System Documentation: Review your system's documentation for guidelines on configuring background jobs and parallel processing.
  Performance Considerations: Be mindful of the system's performance when configuring the number of parallel jobs, as setting too high a number may lead to resource contention.
  
  If the issue persists after making the adjustments, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.