How To Fix /BSNAGT/MESSAGE401 - Error during XML parsing in &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BSNAGT/MESSAGE -

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Error during XML parsing in &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BSNAGT/MESSAGE401 - Error during XML parsing in &1 ?

  The SAP error message /BSNAGT/MESSAGE401 indicates that there is an issue during XML parsing in the specified context (represented by &1). This error typically arises when the system encounters malformed XML data or when the XML structure does not conform to the expected schema.
  Causes:
  
  Malformed XML: The XML data being processed may have syntax errors, such as unclosed tags, incorrect nesting, or invalid characters.
  Schema Mismatch: The XML does not conform to the expected schema or structure defined in the SAP system.
  Encoding Issues: There may be character encoding problems, especially if the XML contains special characters that are not properly encoded.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data types in the XML do not match the expected types in the SAP system.
  Network Issues: If the XML is being fetched from an external source, network issues could lead to incomplete or corrupted data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Validate XML: Use an XML validator tool to check the XML structure for errors. Correct any syntax issues found.
  Check Schema: Ensure that the XML conforms to the expected schema. If necessary, update the XML to match the required structure.
  Encoding Check: Verify that the XML is encoded correctly (e.g., UTF-8) and that special characters are properly represented.
  Review Data Types: Ensure that the data types in the XML match the expected types in the SAP system. Adjust the XML data accordingly.
  Debugging: If the error persists, enable debugging in the relevant SAP transaction to get more detailed error messages and trace the source of the problem.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or function you are working with for any known issues or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to XML parsing errors. You can search for specific notes using the error message or related keywords.
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may want to look into specific transaction codes (e.g., WE60 for IDoc documentation, SE80 for development objects) to analyze the XML structure or related configurations.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other technical forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP integration and XML processing.