How To Fix SPRX179 - Inconsistent Proxy data, message name used more than once &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPRX - Proxy Generation

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Inconsistent Proxy data, message name used more than once &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPRX179 - Inconsistent Proxy data, message name used more than once &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message SPRX179 indicates that there is inconsistent proxy data in the system, specifically that a message name is being used more than once in the context of proxy definitions. This can occur in scenarios where multiple proxy definitions are created, and they inadvertently share the same message name, leading to conflicts.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Message Names: The primary cause of this error is the existence of multiple proxy definitions that use the same message name. This can happen if:
  
  Proxies were created manually without checking existing definitions.
  There was an import of proxy definitions that included duplicates.
  Changes were made to existing proxies without proper validation.
  
  
  
  Inconsistent Metadata: Sometimes, inconsistencies in the metadata of the proxy definitions can lead to this error, especially if there have been changes in the underlying data structures or if the system has not been properly synchronized.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SPRX179 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Duplicate Message Names:
  
  Use transaction code SPROXY to access the Enterprise Services Builder.
  Check the list of proxy definitions and identify any duplicates in message names.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Duplicates:
  
  If you find duplicate message names, you can either rename one of the proxies to ensure uniqueness or delete the unnecessary duplicate.
  Ensure that any changes made do not affect the functionality of the existing integrations.
  
  
  
  Re-generate Proxies:
  
  After resolving the duplicates, you may need to regenerate the proxies to ensure that the changes are reflected in the system.
  Use transaction code SPROXY to regenerate the proxies.
  
  
  
  Check for Consistency:
  
  After making changes, check the consistency of the proxy definitions again to ensure that there are no remaining issues.
  You can use transaction SXMB_MONI to monitor the message processing and ensure that everything is functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes are transported to the quality and production environments as needed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on proxy management and error handling.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to proxy definitions and the SPRX179 error.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SPRX179 error and ensure that your proxy definitions are consistent and functioning correctly.