How To Fix DBOSC154 - Error while converting XML document to data structure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBOSC -

• Message number: 154

• Message text: Error while converting XML document to data structure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBOSC154 - Error while converting XML document to data structure ?

  The SAP error message DBOSC154 indicates that there was an issue while converting an XML document into a data structure. This error typically arises during the process of parsing XML data, which can occur in various scenarios such as data imports, integrations, or when using certain SAP functionalities that involve XML processing.
  Causes of DBOSC154
  
  
  Malformed XML: The XML document may not be well-formed, meaning it has syntax errors such as unclosed tags, incorrect nesting, or invalid characters.
  
  
  Schema Mismatch: The XML structure may not conform to the expected schema or data structure defined in SAP. This can happen if the XML is generated from a different system or if there have been changes in the expected data structure.
  
  
  Data Type Issues: The data types in the XML may not match the expected data types in the SAP data structure, leading to conversion errors.
  
  
  Encoding Issues: There may be issues with character encoding, especially if the XML contains special characters or is encoded in a format that SAP does not support.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not correctly set up for processing the XML data.
  
  
  Solutions to DBOSC154
  
  
  Validate XML: Use an XML validator tool to check the XML document for well-formedness and adherence to the expected schema. Fix any errors found.
  
  
  Check Schema: Ensure that the XML document matches the expected schema in SAP. If there have been changes to the data structure, update the XML accordingly.
  
  
  Review Data Types: Verify that the data types in the XML match those expected by the SAP data structure. Make necessary adjustments to the XML data.
  
  
  Encoding Check: Ensure that the XML document is encoded in a format that SAP can process (e.g., UTF-8). If there are special characters, ensure they are properly escaped.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings in SAP related to XML processing. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the process to identify where the conversion fails. This may provide more insight into the specific cause of the error.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for any specific guidelines related to XML processing and the DBOSC154 error.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to XML processing and the DBOSC154 error.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where similar issues may have been discussed.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with details of the XML document and the context in which the error occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the DBOSC154 error in your SAP environment.