How To Fix SRT_WSP035 - An interface ('&1') already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_WSP - Messages for SRT WSP

• Message number: 035

• Message text: An interface ('&1') already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_WSP035 - An interface ('&1') already exists ?

  The SAP error message SRT_WSP035 indicates that there is an attempt to create a web service interface that already exists in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO) when working with web services.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to register a new web service interface with the same name as an existing one.
  There may be a duplicate entry in the service registry or the configuration.
  The system is trying to create a new interface without properly checking for existing interfaces.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Interfaces:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (like SOAMANAGER) and check the list of existing web service interfaces.
  Look for the interface name mentioned in the error message (&1).
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Interface:
  
  If the interface already exists and you need to make changes, consider modifying the existing interface instead of creating a new one.
  If the existing interface is no longer needed, you can delete it.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Name:
  
  If you are trying to create a new interface and the name is already taken, consider using a different name for the new interface.
  
  
  
  Check for Configuration Issues:
  
  Ensure that there are no configuration issues in your service registry or service definitions that might be causing the duplication.
  
  
  
  Clear Cache:
  
  Sometimes, clearing the cache in the SAP system can help resolve issues related to stale data. You can do this by using transaction code SICF to refresh the service.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to web service configuration for any specific guidelines or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SOAMANAGER: For managing web services.
  SICF: For managing Internet Communication Framework services.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to web service management and the specific error message.
  
  
  
  Logs and Traces: 
  
  Review logs and traces in the SAP system to gather more context about the error and any related issues.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SRT_WSP035 error and successfully manage your web service interfaces in SAP.