How To Fix DRF_OUTBOUND118 - An outbound impl. with the same BO already exists in replication model &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DRF_OUTBOUND - Messages for Outbound Services

• Message number: 118

• Message text: An outbound impl. with the same BO already exists in replication model &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DRF_OUTBOUND118 - An outbound impl. with the same BO already exists in replication model &1 ?

  The SAP error message DRF_OUTBOUND118 indicates that there is an attempt to create an outbound implementation for a business object (BO) in the Data Replication Framework (DRF) that already exists in the specified replication model. This typically occurs when you try to set up a new outbound implementation for a business object that has already been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that there is already an existing outbound implementation for the same business object in the specified replication model.
  Incorrect Model Assignment: The business object might be assigned to multiple replication models, leading to conflicts.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of the replication model or the business object.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Implementations:
  
  Go to the DRF configuration and check the existing outbound implementations for the specified business object in the replication model.
  If an implementation already exists and is valid, you may not need to create a new one.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Implementation:
  
  If you need to change the existing implementation, consider modifying it instead of creating a new one. This can help avoid duplication.
  
  
  
  Delete Duplicate Implementations:
  
  If you find that there are duplicate implementations that are not needed, you can delete the unnecessary ones to resolve the conflict.
  
  
  
  Review Replication Model:
  
  Ensure that the replication model is correctly configured and that the business object is assigned appropriately. If the business object is assigned to multiple models, ensure that the assignments are correct.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for DRF to understand the configuration and implementation processes better.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If this error occurs after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects and configurations have been transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like DRFOUT (for outbound implementation) and DRFIMG (for DRF configuration) to manage and review your configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or system-specific issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DRF_OUTBOUND118 error and ensure that your outbound implementations are correctly configured.