How To Fix DL_WFC_GIL204 - Handler "&1" already exists.

DL_WFC_GIL204 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DL_WFC_GIL - Message class object for DL design layer model

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Handler "&1" already exists.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DL_WFC_GIL204 - Handler "&1" already exists. ?

  The SAP error message DL_WFC_GIL204 with the description "Handler '&1' already exists" typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow or Business Workflow scenarios. This error indicates that there is an attempt to create a workflow handler that already exists in the system, leading to a conflict.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Handler Registration: The most common cause of this error is that a workflow handler (a function module or method that processes workflow events) is being registered more than once in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the workflow or the way the handlers are defined.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow definitions or handlers were transported from one system to another, there might be inconsistencies or duplicates created during the transport process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Handlers: 
  
  Use transaction code SWI1 or SWI2 to check the existing workflow handlers. Look for the handler that is causing the conflict.
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