How To Fix SWF_UTL_000044 - The single-line element '&1' is passed more than once ('&2 times')

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_UTL_000 - Messages for I/O - Service Class CL_SWF_IO_SERVICES

• Message number: 044

• Message text: The single-line element '&1' is passed more than once ('&2 times')

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_UTL_000044 - The single-line element '&1' is passed more than once ('&2 times') ?

  The SAP error message SWF_UTL_000044 indicates that a single-line element in a workflow has been passed multiple times, which is not allowed. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow when a workflow definition or instance is trying to process an element that should only appear once but is being provided multiple times.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Input Parameters: The workflow is receiving the same input parameter more than once. This can happen if the workflow is incorrectly configured or if the calling program is passing the same parameter multiple times.
  Incorrect Workflow Configuration: The workflow definition may have been set up incorrectly, leading to the same element being referenced multiple times.
  Data Mapping Issues: If the data being passed to the workflow is coming from a source that has duplicate entries, this can also trigger the error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Workflow Definition:
  
  Review the workflow definition in the SAP Business Workflow (transaction SWDD).
  Ensure that the single-line elements are defined correctly and are not being referenced multiple times.
  
  
  
  Review Input Parameters:
  
  Check the input parameters being passed to the workflow. Ensure that each parameter is unique and not duplicated.
  If you are using a custom program or function module to start the workflow, verify that it is not passing the same parameter multiple times.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If necessary, use debugging tools to trace the workflow execution and identify where the duplicate parameters are being introduced.
  Look for any loops or conditions in the calling program that might lead to the same parameter being passed multiple times.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  If the data is coming from a database or external source, validate the data to ensure there are no duplicates before passing it to the workflow.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific workflow you are working with for any known issues or additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SWDD (Workflow Builder) for workflow definition.
  SWI1 (Work Item Selection) to monitor workflow instances.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Workflow Logs: Review workflow logs for more detailed error messages or context that can help in troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.