How To Fix FDT_CORE301 - Invalid document or root element; root element must be &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_CORE - Formula & Derivation Tool: Core

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Invalid document or root element; root element must be &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_CORE301 - Invalid document or root element; root element must be &1 ?

  The SAP error message FDT_CORE301 indicates that there is an issue with the XML document being processed. Specifically, the error states that the document or root element is invalid, and it must match a specified expected root element (denoted by &1 in the error message).
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect XML Structure: The XML document being processed does not have the expected root element. This could be due to a typo, incorrect formatting, or using a different XML schema than what is expected.
  Schema Mismatch: The XML document may not conform to the expected schema defined in the SAP system, leading to validation errors.
  Data Source Issues: If the XML is being generated from an external source or system, there may be issues with how that system is generating the XML.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that define what the expected root element should be.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check XML Document: Review the XML document to