How To Fix 5R283 - GML cannot be taken as number of children is not less than 4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5R - HR-SG: Messages for HR Module SG, China, Hongkong and Taiwan

• Message number: 283

• Message text: GML cannot be taken as number of children is not less than 4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5R283 - GML cannot be taken as number of children is not less than 4 ?

  The SAP error message 5R283 indicates that a specific GML (Geographic Markup Language) cannot be processed because the number of children (or sub-elements) associated with it exceeds the allowed limit of 4. This error typically arises in the context of data processing or integration scenarios where GML is used to represent geographic data.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the GML structure being processed has more than four child elements under a specific node. This limitation is often set to ensure that the data remains manageable and adheres to certain business rules or technical constraints.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the GML Structure: Check the GML document or data structure that is being processed. Identify the node that is causing the issue and count its child elements.
  
  
  Reduce the Number of Children: If the node has more than four children, you will need to either:
  
  Remove some of the child elements that are not necessary.
  Consolidate data if possible, so that fewer child elements are needed.
  Split the data into multiple GML structures if applicable.
  
  
  
  Validate the GML: Use a GML validator to ensure that the modified GML structure adheres to the required schema and does not contain any other errors.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, reprocess the GML to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the structure or limitations, refer to the SAP documentation or the specific module documentation that deals with GML processing.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  GML Overview: GML is an XML-based format for representing geographic features. It is widely used in geographic information systems (GIS) and spatial data applications.
  SAP Modules: This error may be encountered in various SAP modules that deal with geographic data, such as SAP HANA, SAP GIS, or other data integration tools.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your data processing workflows to catch and log such errors for easier troubleshooting in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a technical expert who specializes in SAP GML processing.