How To Fix SWU_NOTIF025 - Job suffix number already exists.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWU_NOTIF - Workflow: E-Mail Notifications RSWUWFML*

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Job suffix number already exists.

The selected job suffix number already exists. If different variants of
the report are executed with the same job suffix number, this can result
in notifications not being sent or being sent twice.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWU_NOTIF025 - Job suffix number already exists. ?

  The SAP error message SWU_NOTIF025 indicates that there is a conflict with the job suffix number in the workflow system. This typically occurs when a background job is being created for a workflow, and the suffix number that is automatically generated for the job already exists in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Job Suffix Conflict: The system tries to create a job with a suffix that is already in use. This can happen if multiple workflows are trying to create jobs simultaneously or if a job was not properly deleted after its execution.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the workflow or the job scheduling settings in the SAP system.
  Database Locking: Sometimes, database locks or inconsistencies can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Jobs: Use transaction code SM37 to check for existing jobs that may be using the same suffix. If you find any, you may need to delete or modify them.
  Job Deletion: If you identify jobs that are no longer needed, delete them to free up the suffix number.
  Adjust Job Scheduling: Review the job scheduling settings to ensure that jobs are not being created with conflicting suffixes. You may need to adjust the job creation logic in your workflow.
  Restart Workflow: If the issue persists, consider restarting the workflow or the relevant background processing jobs.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any database locks that might be causing the issue. If you find locks that are no longer needed, you can release them.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or patches that may address this specific error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM12: Lock Entries
  SWI1: Workflow Overview
  
  
  Workflow Configuration: Review the workflow configuration settings in transaction SWU3 to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  SAP Support: If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SWU_NOTIF025 error and prevent it from occurring in the future.