How To Fix 5K322 - XML file validation completed; XML file contains errors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5K - HR: Messages for Canada

• Message number: 322

• Message text: XML file validation completed; XML file contains errors

What causes this issue?

In accordance with the settings you made, the system has attempted to pe
rform file validation for XML file <ZH>&V1&</> in relation to XML schema
<ZH>&V2&</>. XML file validation is now complete, but XML file <ZH>&V1&
</> does not conform to <ZH>&V2&</>, the XML schema you specified.

System Response

An error file has been created and downloaded to the following directory
in the file system on your server:
<ZH>&V3&&V4&</>
This file summarizes the error(s) that the system encountered during val
idation.

How to fix this error?

Correct the erroneous data within the database, then re-generate the XML
file.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5K322 - XML file validation completed; XML file contains errors ?

  The SAP error message 5K322 indicates that an XML file validation has been completed, but the file contains errors. This error typically arises when the XML file does not conform to the expected schema or structure defined by the receiving system or application.
  Causes:
  
  Schema Violations: The XML file may not adhere to the required XML schema (XSD) or Document Type Definition (DTD). This could include missing required elements, incorrect data types, or invalid values.
  Malformed XML: The XML structure itself may be incorrect, such as unclosed tags, incorrect nesting, or syntax errors.
  Encoding Issues: The file may have encoding problems, such as using an unsupported character set or incorrect byte order marks (BOM).
  Business Logic Errors: The data within the XML may not meet business rules or constraints defined in the application, even if the XML structure is valid.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Validate XML Against Schema: Use an XML validation tool to check the XML file against the required schema (XSD) to identify specific errors.
  Check XML Structure: Manually inspect the XML file for common issues such as unclosed tags, incorrect nesting, or syntax errors. Tools like XML editors can help with this.
  Review Encoding: Ensure that the XML file is saved with the correct encoding (usually UTF-8) and does not contain any invalid characters.
  Correct Data Values: Review the data within the XML to ensure it meets all business rules and constraints. This may involve checking for valid values, ranges, or formats.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the relevant SAP documentation or the documentation of the receiving system to understand the expected XML structure and requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  XML Validation Tools: There are various online and offline tools available for validating XML files against schemas, such as XMLSpy, Oxygen XML Editor, or online validators.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to XML processing in your specific version of SAP.
  Debugging: If you have access to the SAP system, you can enable debugging or logging to capture more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for the validation failure.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issues causing the 5K322 error in your XML file.