How To Fix SRT_ADMIN116 - bgRFC destination & is not operational

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_ADMIN - Administration Messages for SOAP Runtime

• Message number: 116

• Message text: bgRFC destination & is not operational

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_ADMIN116 - bgRFC destination & is not operational ?

  The SAP error message SRT_ADMIN116 indicates that a background RFC (bgRFC) destination is not operational. This typically occurs in scenarios involving SAP's web services and integration technologies, particularly when using the SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO) systems.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Configuration Issues: The bgRFC destination may not be properly configured in the SAP system.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems preventing the system from reaching the bgRFC destination.
  System Errors: The bgRFC server may be down or experiencing issues.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary permissions to access the bgRFC destination.
  Resource Limitations: The system may be running out of resources (e.g., memory, processing power) to handle bgRFC calls.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the SRT_ADMIN116 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check bgRFC Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SRT_ADMIN in the SAP GUI.
  Navigate to the bgRFC section and check the configuration of the destination that is reported as not operational.
  Ensure that the destination is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Monitor bgRFC Queue:
  
  Use transaction SM58 to check for any stuck or failed RFC calls.
  Use transaction SLG1 to check the application logs for any related errors.
  
  
  
  Check System Status:
  
  Ensure that the SAP system is running properly and that there are no system-wide issues.
  Check the status of the bgRFC server using transaction SRT_MONI.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Verify that there are no network issues preventing communication with the bgRFC destination.
  Check firewall settings and network configurations.
  
  
  
  Authorization Checks:
  
  Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary authorizations to access the bgRFC destination.
  
  
  
  Restart bgRFC Server:
  
  If the bgRFC server is down, you may need to restart it. This can often resolve temporary issues.
  
  
  
  Check for Resource Limitations:
  
  Monitor system resources to ensure that the SAP system has enough memory and processing power to handle bgRFC calls.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SRT_ADMIN: For managing web service configurations.
  SM58: For monitoring asynchronous RFC calls.
  SLG1: For viewing application logs.
  SRT_MONI: For monitoring the status of web services and bgRFC.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for bgRFC and web services for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.