How To Fix SPXN171 - A valid interface pattern must be assigned

SPXN171 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPXN - Proxy Generation

• Message number: 171

• Message text: A valid interface pattern must be assigned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPXN171 - A valid interface pattern must be assigned ?

  The SAP error message SPXN171 ("A valid interface pattern must be assigned") typically occurs in the context of SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO) when there is an issue with the configuration of an interface or mapping.
  
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Interface Pattern: The interface pattern that is required for the specific mapping or interface is not assigned or is missing in the configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The interface might be incorrectly configured, leading to the system not being able to recognize the valid interface pattern.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, there might be inconsistencies or missing objects in the target system.
  Version Mismatch: There could be a version mismatch between the sender and receiver interfaces, leading to the system not being able to find a valid pattern.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SPXN171 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Interface Configuration:
  
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