How To Fix WFD_WP1_MSG037 - Worker &1 already exists with name &2.

WFD_WP1_MSG037 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WFD_WP1_MSG - Message Class for Worker Integration WP1

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Worker &1 already exists with name &2.

What causes this issue?

Generic user?s name has been changed.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Go to the source system or monitoring tool. In the profile details,
change the name of the generic user.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WFD_WP1_MSG037 - Worker &1 already exists with name &2. ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WFD_WP1_MSG037: Worker &1 already exists with name &2.
  
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs in SAP Workflow when you try to create or assign a workflow container element or a workflow step involving a "worker" (person or organizational unit) that already exists in the workflow context with the same name or identifier.
  In other words, the system detects a duplicate entry for a workflow participant (worker) with the same ID (&1) and name (&2). This typically happens when:
  
  You attempt to add a user or organizational unit to a workflow step or container that is already assigned.
  There is a duplication in the workflow definition or during runtime when the same user is assigned multiple times unintentionally.
  The workflow container or binding tries to create or assign a worker that already exists.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Workflow Definition:
  
  Review the workflow steps and