How can one effectively debug and troubleshoot issues with IPN scripts in PHP applications?

To effectively debug and troubleshoot issues with IPN scripts in PHP applications, one can start by checking the IPN logs for any errors or inconsistencies. Additionally, ensure that the IPN script is correctly configured to handle the incoming data and respond accordingly. Testing the IPN script with a sandbox environment can also help identify any issues before going live. 

// Sample IPN script for PayPal
// Check if IPN response is received
if (isset($_POST['txn_id'])) {
    // Process IPN data
    $txn_id = $_POST['txn_id'];
    
    // Validate the IPN response
    // Add your validation logic here
    
    // Send a response back to PayPal
    header('HTTP/1.1 200 OK');
} else {
    // IPN response not received
    // Log the error or take appropriate action
    error_log("IPN response not received");
}

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