How To Fix EDOCUMENT_SRC_PARSER002 - &1 field type differs from source (structured) and eDocument (elementary)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT_SRC_PARSER - eDocument Source Parser Message Class

• Message number: 002

• Message text: &1 field type differs from source (structured) and eDocument (elementary)

What causes this issue?

The data available in your source document is not accepted, since the
values inserted does not match with the ABAP structure. As a result, the
system is not able to insert this and proceed with your business
transactions.

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?

Please review your source document and correct any inconsistency in the
related values.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT_SRC_PARSER002 - &1 field type differs from source (structured) and eDocument (elementary) ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT_SRC_PARSER002 indicates that there is a mismatch between the field types in the source data (structured) and the eDocument (elementary) format. This typically occurs when the data being processed does not conform to the expected structure or data type defined in the eDocument schema.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The source data may contain a field that is expected to be of a certain type (e.g., string, integer, date) but is being provided in a different format.
  Schema Definition Issues: The eDocument schema may have been defined incorrectly, leading to discrepancies between the expected and actual data types.
  Incorrect Mapping: The mapping between the source data and the eDocument may not be set up correctly, causing the system to expect a different data type.
  Data Quality Issues: The source data may contain invalid or unexpected values that do not match the expected data types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Review the data types defined in the eDocument schema and compare them with the source data. Ensure that they match.
  Validate Source Data: Inspect the source data for any inconsistencies or invalid values that may be causing the error. Correct any discrepancies.
  Review Mapping Configuration: Check the mapping configuration between the source and the eDocument. Ensure that the fields are correctly mapped and that the expected data types align.
  Adjust Schema Definition: If necessary, modify the eDocument schema to accommodate the actual data types being provided in the source data.
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the data processing again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for eDocuments and data mapping to understand the expected formats and types.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SXML or SODIS to analyze XML structures and mappings.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools within SAP to trace the data flow and identify where the mismatch occurs.
  Community Forums: Check SAP community forums or support channels for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.