How To Fix SPXN167 - Class &1 is an Event Provider, not a Consumer

SPXN167 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPXN - Proxy Generation

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Class &1 is an Event Provider, not a Consumer

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPXN167 - Class &1 is an Event Provider, not a Consumer ?

  The SAP error message SPXN167 indicates that there is an issue related to the configuration of event providers and consumers in the SAP system. Specifically, this error occurs when an attempt is made to use a class that is defined as an event provider in a context where a consumer is expected.
  
  Cause:
  
  Misconfiguration: The class you are trying to use is defined as an event provider, meaning it is designed to emit events rather than consume them. This can happen if you mistakenly try to instantiate or call methods on an event provider class in a context that requires a consumer class.
  Incorrect Class Usage: You may be trying to use the class in a way that is not intended, such as trying to subscribe to events when the class is not set up to handle them.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Class Definition: Verify the class definition in the SAP system. Ensure that you are using