How To Fix SWF_CNT_001009 - Name "&1" is already used as a qualified name.

SWF_CNT_001009 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_CNT_001 - Container Service Messages

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Name "&1" is already used as a qualified name.

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_CNT_001009 - Name "&1" is already used as a qualified name. ?

  The SAP error message SWF_CNT_001009 indicates that there is a conflict with a qualified name that is already in use within the system. This typically occurs in the context of workflow management, where unique identifiers are required for various workflow components, such as tasks, events, or workflows themselves.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to create or modify a workflow component (like a task or event) using a name that is already assigned to another component. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate naming conventions in the workflow definitions.
  Attempting to create a new workflow or task with a name that already exists in the system.
  Importing or copying workflows that have conflicting names.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Names: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SWDD (Workflow Builder) or SWI1 (Work Item Selection) to search for existing workflows, tasks, or events that might be using the same name.
  Look for the name