How To Fix SRT_WSP697 - LP name already used; service '&1', binding '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_WSP - Messages for SRT WSP

• Message number: 697

• Message text: LP name already used; service '&1', binding '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_WSP697 - LP name already used; service '&1', binding '&2' ?

  The SAP error message SRT_WSP697 indicates that there is a conflict with the naming of a logical port (LP) in the context of web service configuration. Specifically, it means that the logical port name you are trying to use is already in use for a different service or binding.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Logical Port Name: The logical port name you are trying to create or modify already exists in the system for the specified service and binding.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the web service settings, leading to attempts to reuse an existing logical port name.
  Transport Issues: If you are transporting configurations between systems, the logical port might have been transported incorrectly, leading to conflicts.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Logical Ports:
  
  Go to the transaction code SOAMANAGER.
  Navigate to the "Web Service Configuration" section.
  Check the list of existing logical ports for the service and binding you are working with.
  If you find a logical port with the same name, consider renaming your new logical port to avoid the conflict.
  
  
  
  Rename the Logical Port:
  
  If you need to create a new logical port, choose a unique name that does not conflict with existing ports.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing Logical Port:
  
  If the existing logical port is no longer needed, you can delete it or modify it to free up the name.
  Be cautious when deleting or modifying logical ports, as this may affect other configurations or services.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport requests to ensure that logical ports were transported correctly and that there are no duplicates.
  
  
  
  Check for System-Specific Issues:
  
  If you are working in a development, quality assurance, or production environment, ensure that the logical port names are consistent across these systems to avoid conflicts.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SOAMANAGER: For managing web service configurations and logical ports.
  SICF: For checking and managing Internet Communication Framework services.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on web service configuration and logical ports.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to logical ports and web service configurations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SRT_WSP697 error and successfully configure your web service logical ports.