How To Fix CRM_SVY_API401 - Unknown type of parameter XML (&1)

CRM_SVY_API401 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_SVY_API - Interface Communication R/3 <-> Survey Engine

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Unknown type of parameter XML (&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_SVY_API401 - Unknown type of parameter XML (&1) ?

  The SAP error message CRM_SVY_API401 Unknown type of parameter XML (&1) typically occurs in the context of SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) when there is an issue with the parameters being passed to a function or API related to XML processing. This error indicates that the system encountered an unexpected or unrecognized parameter type when handling XML data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Parameter Type: The error usually arises when the parameter being passed to a function is not of the expected type or format. This could be due to a typo, incorrect data type, or an unsupported XML structure.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the CRM system that lead to the API not recognizing the parameter type.
  Version Mismatch: If there are discrepancies between the versions of the components being used (e.g., different versions of SAP CRM or related add-ons), it may lead to compatibility issues.
  Custom Code: If there is custom code or