How To Fix 5Q371 - Error while importing XML data

5Q371 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5Q - Error Texts for Public Sector

• Message number: 371

• Message text: Error while importing XML data

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5Q371 - Details

• The SAP error message 5Q371 typically indicates an issue encountered while importing XML data into the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including issues with the XML structure, data format, or the configuration of the import process.
  Causes of Error 5Q371
  
  
  Invalid XML Structure: The XML file may not conform to the expected schema or structure required by SAP. This could include missing tags, incorrect nesting, or invalid characters.
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The data types in the XML file may not match the expected data types in the SAP system. For example, trying to import a string where a numeric value is expected.
  
  
  Encoding Issues: The XML file may be encoded in a format that is not supported by SAP, leading to parsing errors.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the SAP system that are preventing the successful import of XML data.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting