How To Fix SPXN119 - The actor's name has been changed to &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPXN - Proxy Generation

• Message number: 119

• Message text: The actor's name has been changed to &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPXN119 - The actor's name has been changed to &1 ?

  The SAP error message SPXN119, which states "The actor's name has been changed to &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow or SAP Business Process Management. This message indicates that the name of an actor (which can be a user, a role, or a group) has been modified in the system, and the new name is being displayed as &1.
  Cause:
  
  Actor Name Change: The primary cause of this error is that the name of an actor (user, role, or group) has been changed in the system. This could happen due to administrative changes, such as renaming a user or modifying a role.
  Workflow Configuration: If the workflow is configured to reference the old actor name, it may not recognize the new name, leading to this message.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the workflow definitions or instances that reference the old actor name.
  
  Solution:
  
  Update Workflow Definitions: Check the workflow definitions and instances that reference the old actor name. Update them to use the new actor name.
  Check User and Role Management: Ensure that the user or role management settings are consistent and that all references to the actor are updated throughout the system.
  Reassign Tasks: If the workflow is still active, you may need to reassign tasks or instances to the new actor name to ensure that they are processed correctly.
  Review Workflow Logs: Check the workflow logs for any additional information or errors that may provide context for the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for specific guidance on handling actor name changes in workflows.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Workflow Administration: Familiarize yourself with the workflow administration tools in SAP, such as transaction codes SWI1 (Work Item Selection) and SWI2_FREQ (Work Item Selection with Frequency).
  User Management: Understand how user and role management works in SAP, including transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance) and PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.