How To Fix SRT_WSP2686 - Consumer Factory '&1' used in IS '&2' does not exist in system '&3'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_WSP2 - Messages for SRT WSP

• Message number: 686

• Message text: Consumer Factory '&1' used in IS '&2' does not exist in system '&3'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_WSP2686 - Consumer Factory '&1' used in IS '&2' does not exist in system '&3' ?

  The SAP error message SRT_WSP2686 indicates that there is an issue with a consumer factory that is being referenced in a web service scenario. Specifically, the error message states that the consumer factory identified by &1 is not found in the integration scenario identified by &2 within the specified system &3. 
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Consumer Factory: The consumer factory that is being referenced does not exist in the system. This could be due to a misconfiguration or an incorrect reference.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the web service or the consumer factory may not be set up correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the consumer factory was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  System Mismatch: The system where the consumer factory is expected to exist may not be the same as the one being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Consumer Factory: Check if the consumer factory &1 exists in the system &3. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in the SAP system (e.g., SOAMANAGER).
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the web service and the consumer factory is correct. This includes checking the service definitions and ensuring that they are properly linked.
  Transport Check: If the consumer factory was supposed to be transported from another system, verify that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  System Consistency: Make sure that you are working in the correct system and that the consumer factory is not mistakenly referenced from a different environment (e.g., development vs. production).
  Recreate Consumer Factory: If the consumer factory is missing, you may need to recreate it in the system. This can be done through the appropriate transaction codes or configuration tools in SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SOAMANAGER to manage web service configurations and check the status of consumer factories.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to web services and consumer factories for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.