How To Fix FDT_CORE338 - Enhancement Category of object &1 not supported in XML Version &2

FDT_CORE338 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 338

• Message text: Enhancement Category of object &1 not supported in XML Version &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_CORE338 - Enhancement Category of object &1 not supported in XML Version &2 ?

  The SAP error message FDT_CORE338 indicates that the enhancement category of a specific object is not supported in the specified XML version. This error typically arises when working with SAP Forms and Document Management, particularly when dealing with the Form Data Tool (FDT) or when exporting/importing forms in XML format.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Enhancement Category: The object you are trying to use has an enhancement category that is not compatible with the XML version you are working with. Enhancement categories define how an object can be enhanced or modified, and certain categories may not be supported in specific XML versions.
  Version Mismatch: The XML version you are using may not support the features or enhancements defined in the object’s enhancement category.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the form or document settings that leads to this incompatibility.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Enhancement Category: Review the enhancement category of the object in question. You can do this by