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Message type: E = Error
Message class: WF - Workflow: messages
Message number: 013
Message text: The process has already been scheduled
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WF013
- The process has already been scheduled ?Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WF013: The process has already been scheduled:
Error Message
WF013: The process has already been scheduled
Cause
This error occurs when an attempt is made to schedule a workflow process that is already scheduled and waiting to be executed. In other words, the workflow runtime detects that the same workflow instance or process is already in the queue or scheduled for execution, and it prevents duplicate scheduling.
Common scenarios causing this error include:
To resolve the WF013 error, consider the following steps:
Check Workflow Status:
Avoid Duplicate Scheduling:
SAP_WAPI_START_WORKFLOW
), add checks to prevent starting the workflow if it is already running or scheduled.Adjust Event Triggers:
Delete or Reset Scheduled Workflows (if appropriate):
Check Workflow Container and Binding:
Review Background Jobs:
Transaction Codes:
Related Notes and Documentation:
Common Function Modules:
SAP_WAPI_START_WORKFLOW
– Starts a workflow instance.SAP_WAPI_CHECK_WORKFLOW
– Checks if a workflow instance exists.The WF013 error indicates that the workflow process you are trying to schedule is already scheduled or running. To fix it, identify and prevent duplicate scheduling attempts, check workflow status, and adjust event triggers or custom code accordingly.
If you provide more context (e.g., how the workflow is triggered, custom code snippets, or specific workflow templates), I can help with more tailored advice.
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