How To Fix SO2_TAGLIB018 - URI already being used by BSP extension &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SO2_TAGLIB - Editor for BSP Extensions

• Message number: 018

• Message text: URI already being used by BSP extension &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SO2_TAGLIB018 - URI already being used by BSP extension & ?

  The SAP error message SO2_TAGLIB018 indicates that there is a conflict with a URI (Uniform Resource Identifier) that is already in use by another BSP (Business Server Pages) extension. This typically occurs when you are trying to register a new BSP application or extension with a URI that is already assigned to an existing application.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate URI: The most common cause of this error is that the URI you are trying to use for your BSP extension is already registered with another BSP application or extension.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the BSP application settings or the way the URIs are defined.
  Development Environment Issues: If you are working in a development environment, it is possible that the URI was previously used and not properly cleaned up.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing URIs: 
  
  Use transaction SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Module) to check the existing BSP applications and their URIs. Look for the URI that is causing the conflict.
  You can also use transaction BSP_APPLICATION to list all BSP applications and their URIs.
  
  
  
  Change the URI: 
  
  If you find that the URI is already in use, consider changing the URI of your new BSP extension to a unique one that does not conflict with existing applications.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing Application: 
  
  If the existing application using the URI is no longer needed, you can delete it or modify its URI to free up the desired URI for your new extension.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues: 
  
  If you are working in a transport environment, ensure that the transport requests are correctly released and that there are no inconsistencies between the development and production systems.
  
  
  
  Clear Cache: 
  
  Sometimes, clearing the cache of the BSP application can help resolve issues related to URI conflicts. You can do this using transaction SICF (Maintain Service) and navigating to the relevant service.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BSP Applications: BSP applications are used to create web applications in SAP. Each application is identified by a unique URI.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SICF (Maintain Services), and BSP_APPLICATION for managing BSP applications.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more details on BSP development and URI management.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance, as they may have additional insights into the specific configuration of your SAP system.