How To Fix CL_SEA_MESSAGES126 - 'Extension' element has no attributes

CL_SEA_MESSAGES126 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL_SEA_MESSAGES - Message class for SEW tool

• Message number: 126

• Message text: 'Extension' element has no attributes

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CL_SEA_MESSAGES126 - Details

• The SAP error message CL_SEA_MESSAGES126 with the description "'Extension' element has no attributes" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) or when dealing with XML-based messages in SAP systems. This error indicates that an XML element named "Extension" is expected to have attributes, but none are provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  XML Structure Issue: The XML message being processed does not conform to the expected structure. Specifically, the "Extension" element is defined in the schema to have attributes, but the incoming XML does not include any.
  Mapping Errors: If you are using a mapping tool (like SAP PI/PO), there may be a mapping error where the attributes are not being populated correctly.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the service interface or the message type that leads to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check XML Structure: Review the XML message being sent to ensure that the "Extension" element includes the required attributes. You can use tools