How To Fix SRT_WSP3281 - Object of type &1 with name "&2" namespace "&3" is defined more than once

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRT_WSP3 - SRT: Web Service Configuration Messages 3

• Message number: 281

• Message text: Object of type &1 with name "&2" namespace "&3" is defined more than once

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRT_WSP3281 - Object of type &1 with name "&2" namespace "&3" is defined more than once ?

  The SAP error message SRT_WSP3281 indicates that there is a conflict in the definition of a web service object. Specifically, it means that an object of a certain type (like a web service, data type, or message type) with a specific name and namespace has been defined more than once in the system. This can lead to ambiguity when the system tries to resolve which definition to use.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Definitions: The most common cause is that the same web service or object has been imported or defined multiple times, possibly from different sources or versions.
  Namespace Conflicts: If multiple objects with the same name exist in different namespaces, it can lead to confusion and this error.
  Transport Issues: Sometimes, objects can be duplicated during transport requests if they are not properly managed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify Duplicates: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to search for the object type and name mentioned in the error message.
  Check the namespaces to ensure that you are looking at the correct definitions.
  
  
  
  Remove or Rename Duplicates: 
  
  If you find duplicate definitions, you can either delete the unnecessary ones or rename them if they are meant to coexist but need to be differentiated.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: 
  
  If the duplicates were introduced through transport requests, review the transport logs and ensure that the objects are not being transported multiple times.
  
  
  
  Namespace Management: 
  
  Ensure that your namespaces are properly managed and that there are no overlaps. If necessary, consider using unique namespaces for different projects or modules.
  
  
  
  Re-import Web Services: 
  
  If the error is related to web services, you may need to re-import the web service definitions to ensure that they are correctly registered without duplicates.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80, SE11, SE37 (for function modules), and SOAMANAGER (for web service management).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Web Service Configuration: Understand how web services are configured in your SAP system, including the use of SOA Manager and service definitions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SRT_WSP3281 error and ensure that your web service definitions are unique and correctly configured.