How To Fix SWF_FLEX_I18N102 - Workflow id of copy already exists (WF ID: &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_FLEX_I18N - Translation Exception Texts

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Workflow id of copy already exists (WF ID: &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_FLEX_I18N102 - Workflow id of copy already exists (WF ID: &1) ?

  The SAP error message SWF_FLEX_I18N102 indicates that there is an attempt to create a copy of a workflow that already exists with the same Workflow ID. This typically occurs when you are trying to duplicate a workflow definition in the SAP system, but the system detects that a workflow with the same ID already exists.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Workflow ID: The primary cause of this error is that the Workflow ID you are trying to use for the new workflow copy already exists in the system.
  Incorrect Copying Process: The process of copying the workflow may not have been executed correctly, leading to conflicts in IDs.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Workflows: Before creating a copy, check the existing workflows in the system to see if the Workflow ID you intend to use is already in use. You can do this by navigating to the workflow management area in SAP.
  
  
  Use a Unique Workflow ID: If the Workflow ID