How To Fix SWF_XI_ADAPTER400 - Setting for process type &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_XI_ADAPTER - XI BPM: Messages

• Message number: 400

• Message text: Setting for process type &1 already exists

What causes this issue?

You want to create a new entry for a process type in the settings for
inbound processing, or delete an entry that you have created but not yet
saved. The system does not accept this change.
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System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Restart the transaction and check whether the required setting now
exists for the process type. If not, try your changes again. If the
system still refuses the changes, create a message with detailed
information of how to reproduce the problem.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_XI_ADAPTER400 - Setting for process type &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message SWF_XI_ADAPTER400 indicates that there is an attempt to create a process type in the SAP system that already exists. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow or when dealing with integration scenarios using SAP Exchange Infrastructure (XI) or Process Integration (PI).
  Cause:
  The error is caused by trying to define a new process type with an identifier that is already in use. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate entries in the configuration.
  An attempt to re-import or reconfigure an existing process type without first removing or modifying the existing one.
  Issues with the transport of configuration settings that may have led to duplicates.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Process Types:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SWFVISU or SWF_WORKFLOW) to view the existing process types.
  Look for the process type identifier mentioned in the error message (&1).
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Process Type:
  
  If the process type is indeed already defined and you need to change it, consider modifying the existing configuration instead of creating a new one.
  If the existing process type is no longer needed, you can delete it.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If this error occurred after a transport, check the transport request for any duplicate entries or conflicts.
  Ensure that the transport does not contain multiple definitions for the same process type.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there is custom code involved in the creation of process types, review it to ensure it does not inadvertently create duplicates.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SWFVISU (Workflow Visualization) and SWF_WORKFLOW (Workflow Administration).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to SWF_XI_ADAPTER400 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  System Logs: Check system logs (SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.