How To Fix EEWMSERVICE163 - More than one connection object found for notification &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEWMSERVICE - IS-U Work Management: Service

• Message number: 163

• Message text: More than one connection object found for notification &1

What causes this issue?

More than one connection object was found via the structure reader for
notification &V1&.

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?

Check the data environment of the reference object for notification
&V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEWMSERVICE163 - More than one connection object found for notification &1 ?

  The SAP error message EEWMSERVICE163, which states "More than one connection object found for notification &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Event Management or similar modules where notifications are processed. This error indicates that the system has found multiple connection objects associated with a specific notification, which can lead to ambiguity in processing.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Connection Objects: The primary cause of this error is the existence of multiple connection objects linked to the same notification. This can happen due to incorrect configuration or data entry errors.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database where multiple entries exist for what should be a unique connection object.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect settings in the configuration of the Event Management or related modules can lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Connection Objects: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the database tables related to connection objects and notifications. Look for entries that correspond to the notification number indicated in the error message.
  Identify and analyze the connection objects associated with the notification.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicates: 
  
  If you find multiple connection objects for the same notification, determine which one is valid and remove or deactivate the duplicates. This may involve updating the database directly or using SAP's data maintenance tools.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Check the configuration settings in the Event Management module or any related modules to ensure that they are set up correctly. This includes reviewing the settings for connection objects and notifications.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking for duplicates and reviewing configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific version of SAP you are using.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SWI1 (Work Item Selection), SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Selection by Frequency), and SWI2_DURA (Work Item Selection by Duration) to monitor and manage workflows.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to EEWMSERVICE163 for any known issues or patches that may resolve the problem.
  Data Consistency Checks: Regularly perform data consistency checks in your SAP system to prevent such issues from arising in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EEWMSERVICE163 error and ensure that your notifications are processed correctly without ambiguity.