Is there a way I can get a message ID from an SQS message?

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Hey,

When SQS messages are sent from a A to B (a system to a dispatcher), they always have a ‘message ID’ for the JSON being sent.

What I’m trying to do is get this value to the message ID so that I can assign it to a string so that its viewable to me (and I can use it later to track the sent request vs return request for data monitoring purposes).

Is there a way which I can do this? I feel it should be a simple task, but I can’t quite get it!

Thanks a lot.

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Yes, absolutely! Every message received from an SQS queue comes with a system-assigned message ID. This ID is unique across all AWS accounts for an extended period and helps you identify specific messages.

Here’s how you can access the message ID depending on the method you use to receive messages from SQS:

1. Using AWS SDKs or Libraries:

  • Whichever AWS SDK or library you’re using (e.g., Boto3 for Python), the message ID will be included in the response object after you receive a message. Look for properties like message_id or MessageId depending on the specific SDK.

2. Using the AWS Management Console:

  • In the SQS console, when you view the details of a specific message, you’ll find the message ID displayed prominently.

3. Third-party Tools:

  • If you’re using third-party tools to interact with SQS, consult their documentation for specifics on how to access message IDs. They likely provide similar mechanisms to the AWS SDKs.

Remember, the message ID is distinct from the receipt handle you receive when you process a message. The receipt handle is used for actions like deleting the message, while the message ID serves for general identification purposes.