How To Fix EHFND_PSN_XML001 - Unexpected root XML element '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHFND_PSN_XML - PSN XML related messages

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Unexpected root XML element '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHFND_PSN_XML001 - Unexpected root XML element '&1' ?

  The SAP error message EHFND_PSN_XML001 Unexpected root XML element '&1' typically occurs when there is an issue with the XML structure being processed by the SAP system. This error indicates that the XML document being received or processed has a root element that is not expected by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect XML Structure: The XML document may not conform to the expected schema or structure. This could be due to a missing or incorrect root element.
  Version Mismatch: The XML being sent may be from a different version of the interface that the SAP system is not configured to handle.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned with the XML being processed.
  Data Mapping Issues: If the XML is generated from another system, there may be issues in the data mapping that lead to an unexpected root element.
  
  Solution:
  
  Validate XML Structure: Check the XML document against the expected schema. Ensure that the root element matches what the SAP system expects.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to the interface or service that is processing the XML. Ensure that they are set up correctly to handle the incoming XML.
  Update or Correct XML Generation: If the XML is generated from another system, ensure that the generation process is corrected to produce the expected root element.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific interface or service you are using to understand the expected XML structure.
  Error Logging: Enable detailed logging for the process to capture more information about the error, which can help in diagnosing the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific error message.
  XML Schema Definition (XSD): If available, obtain the XSD for the expected XML structure to validate the incoming XML.
  Integration Documentation: Review any integration documentation that outlines the expected data formats and structures for the interfaces you are working with.
  Support Forums: Consider checking SAP Community or other support forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.