How To Fix SRT_WSP2822 - IBC Reference for actor '&1' should not be initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_WSP2 - Messages for SRT WSP

• Message number: 822

• Message text: IBC Reference for actor '&1' should not be initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_WSP2822 - IBC Reference for actor '&1' should not be initial ?

  The SAP error message SRT_WSP2822 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the Web Service Consumer or Provider in the SAP system. Specifically, the error message states that the "IBC Reference for actor '&1' should not be initial," which means that the system expects a valid IBC (Integration Business Connector) reference for the specified actor, but it is currently not set or is empty.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The IBC reference for the specified actor is not configured in the SAP system. This could happen if the Web Service was not properly set up or if the configuration was deleted or not saved correctly.
  Incorrect Actor Name: The actor name specified in the error message may not match any existing configuration, leading to the system not being able to find the corresponding IBC reference.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport that resulted in missing or incomplete configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction SOAMANAGER in your SAP system.
  Navigate to the Web Service configuration for the specific service or actor mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that the IBC reference is correctly configured and not left empty.
  
  
  
  Define IBC Reference:
  
  If the IBC reference is missing, you will need to create or define it. This typically involves specifying the correct endpoint and ensuring that the necessary parameters are set.
  Make sure that the actor name matches the one used in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  If needed, re-transport the configuration or manually adjust the settings in the target system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the Web Service again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Web Services and SOA (Service-Oriented Architecture) for detailed guidance on configuring Web Services and IBC references.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SRT_WSP2822 error and ensure that the IBC reference for the specified actor is correctly configured.