How To Fix CL_SEA_MESSAGES173 - Possible whiteSpace attribute values are: preserve, replace, collapse.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL_SEA_MESSAGES - Message class for SEW tool

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Possible whiteSpace attribute values are: preserve, replace, collapse.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL_SEA_MESSAGES173 - Possible whiteSpace attribute values are: preserve, replace, collapse. ?

  The SAP error message CL_SEA_MESSAGES173 indicates an issue related to the handling of whitespace in XML or HTML content, particularly when using the whiteSpace attribute in XSLT or XML processing. The message suggests that the attribute values for whiteSpace can be one of the following: preserve, replace, or collapse. 
  Cause:
  This error typically arises when:
  
  An invalid value is assigned to the whiteSpace attribute in your XML or XSLT code.
  The system is unable to process the whitespace handling as expected due to incorrect configuration or coding practices.
  
  Possible Values:
  
  preserve: Whitespace is preserved as it is in the source document.
  replace: Whitespace is replaced with a single space.
  collapse: Consecutive whitespace characters are collapsed into a single space.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Code: Review the XML or XSLT code where the whiteSpace attribute is being set. Ensure that it is using one of the valid values: preserve, replace, or collapse.
  
  
  Correct the Value: If you find an invalid value, replace it with one of the valid options. For example:
  <xsl:strip-space elements="*"/>
  <xsl:output method="xml" indent="yes" white-space="preserve"/>
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making the necessary changes, test the XML or XSLT processing again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct usage of the whiteSpace attribute, refer to the SAP documentation or relevant XSLT/XML specifications for guidance.
  
  
  Debugging: If the error persists, consider enabling debugging or logging to get more detailed information about where the error is occurring.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Check the official SAP documentation for more details on handling XML and XSLT in your specific version of SAP.
  XSLT Specifications: Familiarize yourself with the W3C XSLT specifications, which provide detailed information on how whitespace handling works in XSLT.
  Community Forums: If you continue to face issues, consider reaching out to SAP community forums or support for assistance from other users who may have encountered similar problems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure proper handling of whitespace in your XML or XSLT processing.