How To Fix CM_SERVICE_ADMIN441 - WWI server with key &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SERVICE_ADMIN - Service Administration

• Message number: 441

• Message text: WWI server with key &1 already exists

What causes this issue?

You attempted to create a WWI server with the key &V1&. The key is
already being used by another WWI server.

System Response

The service could not be created.

How to fix this error?

Select a free key to create a WWI server.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SERVICE_ADMIN441 - WWI server with key &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message CM_SERVICE_ADMIN441 indicates that there is an attempt to create a WWI (Word-based Output) server with a key that already exists in the system. This typically occurs when there is a conflict in the configuration of WWI servers, often due to duplicate entries or incorrect settings.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Server Key: The most common cause is that a WWI server with the specified key already exists in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings where the same key is being referenced multiple times.
  Data Consistency Issues: If there were previous attempts to create or modify the WWI server that did not complete successfully, it could leave behind inconsistent data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Servers: 
  
  Go to the WWI server configuration in SAP (transaction code CM_SERVICE_ADMIN).
  Look for the server with the key specified in the error message. If it exists, you may need to either modify it or delete it if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Duplicate Entry:
  
  If the server with the specified key is valid and needed, consider modifying its configuration instead of creating a new one.
  If the existing server is not needed, you can delete it to resolve the conflict.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings for WWI servers are correct and do not reference the same key multiple times.
  Check for any inconsistencies in the configuration that might lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to WWI server configuration for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, restarting the relevant services or the entire SAP system may help clear any temporary issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like CM_SERVICE_ADMIN for managing WWI servers.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to WWI server management.
  WWI Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for WWI to understand best practices for server configuration and management.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and any steps you have already taken.