How To Fix SRT_CORE253 - Processing by bgRFC

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_CORE - Nachrichtenklasse für SOAP Runtime

• Message number: 253

• Message text: Processing by bgRFC

What causes this issue?

Message is still being processed by background Remote Function Call
(bgRFC).

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If this state remains for a long time (without ABAP debugging!) do the
following:
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Contact SAP Support with the downloaded file.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_CORE253 - Processing by bgRFC ?

  The SAP error message SRT_CORE253 typically indicates an issue related to the background RFC (bgRFC) processing in the SAP system. This error can occur in scenarios involving the SAP Process Integration (PI) or when using web services that rely on bgRFC for asynchronous processing.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of bgRFC destinations or the related communication settings.
  Network Problems: Issues with network connectivity that prevent the bgRFC from processing requests.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (like memory or CPU) that hinder the processing of bgRFC calls.
  Transaction Failures: Errors in the underlying transactions that bgRFC is trying to process, such as timeouts or data inconsistencies.
  Queue Overload: A large number of messages queued for processing, leading to delays or failures in processing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SRT_CORE253 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check bgRFC Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the bgRFC destinations are correctly configured in transaction SM59.
  Verify that the relevant RFC connections are active and functioning.
  
  
  
  Monitor bgRFC Queues:
  
  Use transaction SM58 to check for any failed asynchronous RFC calls.
  Use transaction SLG1 to review application logs for any related error messages.
  
  
  
  Analyze System Resources:
  
  Check system performance metrics to ensure that there are sufficient resources available for processing bgRFC calls.
  Consider increasing the system resources if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Error Logs:
  
  Look into the logs for any specific errors that might provide more context about the failure.
  Use transaction SRT_MONI to monitor the status of web service calls and identify any issues.
  
  
  
  Reprocess Failed Messages:
  
  If there are failed messages in the bgRFC queue, you can attempt to reprocess them manually.
  Use transaction SMQ1 (for outbound queues) and SMQ2 (for inbound queues) to manage and monitor the queues.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest support packages and patches, as updates may contain fixes for known issues.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address the specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  bgRFC: Background Remote Function Call is a mechanism in SAP that allows asynchronous processing of function calls, which is essential for scenarios involving high-volume data processing or integration with external systems.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  SM58: Monitor Asynchronous RFC
  SLG1: Application Log
  SRT_MONI: Web Service Monitoring
  SMQ1/SMQ2: Monitor Queue
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed logs and error messages for a more in-depth analysis.