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Discover how to fix the `@ SendTo` annotation problem in Spring Boot Kafka applications by aligning versions between producer and consumer.
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Fixing the Kafka_replyTopic Header Issue in Spring Boot Kafka Applications

When working with Spring Boot and Kafka, you may encounter the error that arises from using the @ SendTo annotation in your consumer that seems unable to read the Kafka_replyTopic header. This situation can be frustrating and confusing, especially when you're relying on this functionality for your message-driven applications. In this guide, we'll explore the problem in detail and how to effectively troubleshoot and resolve it.

Understanding the Problem

You might have a Spring Boot application functioning as a Kafka consumer, which is supposed to read messages from a Kafka topic. The @ SendTo annotation is typically used to indicate where you would like to send a reply message back to. However, when this annotation is used without any specific arguments, it's supposed to read the Kafka_replyTopic header from the incoming message.

In your case, you may have encountered the following exception:

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This error suggests that the consumer is unable to find the defined Kafka_replyTopic header, leading to the failure of sending a reply. The root cause of this issue can sometimes stem from being on incompatible or mismatched versions of Spring Boot Starter and Kafka libraries within your application setup.

The Solution: Aligning Framework Versions

To resolve the issue effectively, follow these steps:

Step 1: Check Your Spring Boot Versions

Start by checking the version of spring-boot-starter-parent used in both your producer and consumer applications. It's crucial that both applications are aligned in terms of their versions, as discrepancies can lead to unexpected behavior.

Producer Application: Check the version specified in the pom.xml.

Consumer Application: Do the same as above.

Step 2: Upgrade/Downgrade Versions

If you find that the versions are different:

Update the spring-boot-starter-parent Version:

Set the consumer application’s spring-boot-starter-parent version to match the producer's version. In this case, you should upgrade or downgrade the consumer to v. 2.3.2.RELEASE as mentioned in the original issue.

Step 3: Test Your Application

After adjusting the version, run your consumer application again and test to check if the issue persists. The idea is to ensure that both applications are now compatible and can communicate effectively.

Conclusion

In summary, the inability of the @ SendTo annotation to read the Kafka_replyTopic header can often be resolved simply by aligning the Spring Boot versions of your consumer and producer applications. While the issue might not seem obvious at first, keeping your dependencies in sync is a best practice when working with complex systems like Kafka with Spring Boot.

By following the steps outlined above, you should be able to fix errors related to sending replies and improve the robustness of your Kafka messaging architecture. Happy coding!