How To Fix PPERES019 - Specified proxy object &1 already exists with other type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPERES - Messages for Resource Nodes

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Specified proxy object &1 already exists with other type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPERES019 - Specified proxy object &1 already exists with other type ?

  The SAP error message PPERES019 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify a proxy object in the system, but a proxy object with the same name already exists, albeit of a different type. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO).
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Name Conflict: A proxy object (like a service interface, message type, or data type) with the same name already exists in the system but is defined as a different type (e.g., a service interface exists with the same name as a message type).
  Development Environment Issues: If multiple developers are working on the same project, one developer may create a proxy object while another is trying to create a different type of proxy with the same name.
  Transport Issues: If objects are transported between systems (e.g., from development to quality assurance), conflicts can arise if the same name is used for different types of objects.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Objects: 
  
  Use the SAP transaction code SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to search for existing proxy objects with the same name.
  Verify the type of the existing object and ensure that it is not conflicting with the type you are trying to create.
  
  
  
  Rename the New Object: 
  
  If you find that the name is already in use, consider renaming the new proxy object to a unique name that does not conflict with existing objects.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing Object: 
  
  If the existing object is no longer needed, you may choose to delete it or modify it to avoid the conflict. Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations and that this action will not affect other processes.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: 
  
  If the issue is related to transport requests, ensure that all relevant objects are correctly transported and that there are no inconsistencies between the systems.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to proxy objects and naming conventions to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Development Guidelines: Follow SAP's development guidelines for naming conventions and object management to minimize the risk of such conflicts in the future.
  Version Control: If using a version control system, ensure that changes are properly managed to avoid conflicts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PPERES019 error and successfully create or modify your proxy object in SAP.