How To Fix WZ412 - Event: & already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WZ - Workflow: Model objects

• Message number: 412

• Message text: Event: & already exists

What causes this issue?

You wanted to create an event for an object type and the event already
exists.

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?

Give the event another name and repeat the operation.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZ412 - Event: & already exists ?

  The SAP error message WZ412: Event: & already exists typically occurs in the context of Workflow (WF) in SAP. Here's a detailed explanation of the cause, solution, and related information:
  
  Error Message
  WZ412: Event: & already exists
  
  The placeholder & is replaced by the actual event name in the message.
  
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when you try to create or define an event in a workflow object that already exists. In SAP Workflow, events are used to trigger workflows or steps within workflows. Each event must have a unique name within the workflow object.
  Common scenarios causing this error:
  
  Attempting to create a new event with a name that is already assigned to an existing event in the same workflow object.
  Importing or transporting workflow objects where event names conflict.
  Copying or modifying workflow objects without changing event names.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Existing Events:
  
  Go to transaction SWO1 (Workflow Object Builder).
  Enter the workflow object name.
  Display the list of events defined for this object.
  Verify if the event name you are trying to create already exists.
  
  
  
  Rename the Event:
  
  If the event already exists, choose a different, unique event name.
  Modify your workflow or event definition accordingly.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing Event (if appropriate):
  
  If the existing event is obsolete or incorrectly defined, you may delete or adjust it.
  Be cautious as this might affect existing workflows depending on that event.
  
  
  
  Check Transport or Import Logs:
  
  If the error occurs during transport/import, check for conflicts in the target system.
  Resolve naming conflicts before importing.
  
  
  
  Use SAP Standard Events:
  
  Avoid creating custom events with names that clash with SAP standard events.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction SWO1: Used to create and maintain workflow objects and their events.
  Workflow Events: Events are triggers that start or influence workflows.
  Event Naming: Event names must be unique within a workflow object.
  Transport Management: When moving workflow objects between systems, ensure no naming conflicts.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to workflow event creation.
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Attempt to create an event with a name that already exists in the workflow object.
  
  
  Solution
  Use a unique event name; check existing events in SWO1; rename or delete conflicting events.
  
  
  Transaction
  SWO1 (Workflow Object Builder)
  
  
  Related
  Workflow event naming conventions, transport conflicts
  
  
  
  
  If you need further assistance, please provide the workflow object name and the event name you are trying to create.