How To Fix SRT_WSP694 - Specify either an external or internal name, not both

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_WSP - Messages for SRT WSP

• Message number: 694

• Message text: Specify either an external or internal name, not both

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_WSP694 - Specify either an external or internal name, not both ?

  The SAP error message SRT_WSP694 indicates that there is a conflict in the configuration of a web service where both an external name and an internal name have been specified. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Process Integration (PI) or SAP Process Orchestration (PO) when dealing with web service configurations.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when both an external name (used for external communication) and an internal name (used for internal processing) are defined for a web service. The system expects you to specify only one of these names, not both, as they serve different purposes.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to check the configuration of the web service in question and ensure that you are only using either an external name or an internal name, but not both. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Web Service Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., SOAMANAGER) where the web service is configured.
  
  
  
  Locate the Service:
  
  Find the specific web service that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Check Name Fields:
  
  Review the fields for the external name and internal name. Ensure that only one of these fields is populated.
  If both fields are filled, decide which one is appropriate for your use case and remove the other.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, save the configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After saving, test the web service to ensure that the error has been resolved and that the service is functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Web Service Naming Conventions: Understand the purpose of external and internal names in the context of web services. External names are typically used for communication with external systems, while internal names are used for internal processing within the SAP system.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides related to web service configuration for more detailed instructions and best practices.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SRT_WSP694 error and ensure that your web service is correctly configured.