How To Fix BS_SOA_COMMON018 - Excatly-once cannot be guaranteed due to missing message header UUID

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BS_SOA_COMMON - Common/generic messages for business suite service enabling

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Excatly-once cannot be guaranteed due to missing message header UUID

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BS_SOA_COMMON018 - Excatly-once cannot be guaranteed due to missing message header UUID ?

  The SAP error message BS_SOA_COMMON018 indicates that the system cannot guarantee exactly-once processing for a message because the required message header UUID (Universally Unique Identifier) is missing. This error typically occurs in scenarios involving the SAP Process Orchestration (PO) or SAP Cloud Platform Integration (CPI) where message processing integrity is crucial.
  Cause:
  
  Missing UUID: The primary cause of this error is that the message being processed does not contain a UUID in its header. The UUID is essential for tracking and ensuring that messages are processed exactly once.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the integration flow or the sender/receiver systems that prevent the UUID from being generated or passed along with the message.
  Message Format: The message format being used may not support UUIDs, or the transformation logic may strip out the necessary headers.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Message Headers: Ensure that the message being sent includes the UUID in its header. This can often be done by reviewing the integration flow or the message mapping.
  Configure UUID Generation: If the UUID is not being generated, check the configuration of the sender system or the integration flow to ensure that UUID generation is enabled.
  Update Integration Flow: If you are using SAP PO or CPI, review the integration flow to ensure that the UUID is being correctly set and passed through all relevant steps.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your integration flow to manage cases where the UUID is missing, possibly by logging the error and sending alerts for further investigation.
  Testing: After making changes, thoroughly test the integration to ensure that messages are being processed with the required UUID and that the error does not recur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for Process Orchestration or Cloud Platform Integration for detailed information on message processing and UUID handling.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  By ensuring that the UUID is included in the message headers and properly configured in your integration scenarios, you can resolve the BS_SOA_COMMON018 error and maintain the integrity of your message processing.