How To Fix COM_PME_PARSER160 - &1: expected facet &2, found &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PME_PARSER - Configuration

• Message number: 160

• Message text: &1: expected facet &2, found &3

What causes this issue?

Caution: this message only affects the (provisional) use of extended
configuration concepts in the standalone Sales Configurator Engine
(SCE) and is explained in the relevant documentation. A further
description of SCE-relevant error messages will be availabe in a later
release when this function is generally available.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PME_PARSER160 - &1: expected facet &2, found &3 ?

  The SAP error message COM_PME_PARSER160 typically indicates an issue related to the parsing of a data structure or configuration in the SAP system, particularly in the context of Process Integration (PI) or Process Orchestration (PO). The message format suggests that the parser expected a certain facet (or element) but found something else instead.
  Cause:
  
  Schema Mismatch: The error often arises when there is a mismatch between the expected XML schema and the actual XML being processed. This can happen if the XML document does not conform to the defined schema.
  Incorrect Configuration: If the configuration settings in the integration scenario are incorrect or incomplete, it can lead to this error.
  Data Type Issues: The data types defined in the schema may not match the data types present in the incoming message.
  Versioning Issues: If there are different versions of the schema being used, it can lead to discrepancies in expected and actual elements.
  
  Solution:
  
  Validate XML Against Schema: Check the XML document being processed and validate it against the expected schema. Ensure that all required elements (facets) are present and correctly formatted.
  Review Configuration: Go through the configuration settings in the Integration Directory or the relevant configuration area in SAP PI/PO. Ensure that all mappings and settings are correctly defined.
  Check Data Types: Ensure that the data types in the XML match those defined in the schema. If there are discrepancies, adjust the data types accordingly.
  Update Schema: If there have been changes to the schema, ensure that the latest version is being used in the integration scenario.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for more detailed information about the error. This can provide insights into what specific facet was expected and what was found instead.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific version of SAP PI/PO you are using, as there may be version-specific considerations.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurred.