How To Fix EDOCUMENT_PE038 - Error while parsing the XML File

EDOCUMENT_PE038 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT_PE - Messages for eDocuments Peru

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Error while parsing the XML File

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT_PE038 - Error while parsing the XML File ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT_PE038 typically indicates that there is an issue with parsing an XML file in the context of electronic documents. This error can arise due to various reasons, including malformed XML, incorrect schema, or issues with the data being processed.
  Causes of EDOCUMENT_PE038
  
  
  Malformed XML: The XML file may not be well-formed, meaning it does not adhere to the XML syntax rules. This can include missing tags, incorrect nesting, or improper character encoding.
  
  
  Schema Validation Errors: The XML file may not conform to the expected schema (XSD) defined for the electronic document. This can happen if the structure of the XML does not match the required format.
  
  
  Data Issues: The data within the XML may contain invalid characters or values that are not acceptable according to the business rules or the schema.
  
  
  Encoding Issues: The XML file may be encoded in a format that is not supported or expected by the SAP