How To Fix FM_FCTR_DRF010 - Malformed JSON detected error during parsing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FM_FCTR_DRF - Message class for Funds Center Replication

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Malformed JSON detected error during parsing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FM_FCTR_DRF010 - Malformed JSON detected error during parsing ?

  The SAP error message FM_FCTR_DRF010: Malformed JSON detected typically occurs when the system encounters an issue while parsing JSON data. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when integrating with external systems, using APIs, or processing data in SAP applications that expect JSON format.
  Causes:
  
  
  Invalid JSON Format: The JSON data being sent or received may not be properly formatted. Common issues include:
  
  Missing commas between key-value pairs.
  Unmatched brackets or braces.
  Incorrect use of quotes (e.g., using single quotes instead of double quotes).
  Trailing commas after the last item in an object or array.
  
  
  
  Encoding Issues: The JSON data may contain characters that are not properly encoded, leading to parsing errors.
  
  
  Data Type Mismatches: If the JSON structure does not match the expected schema (e.g., expecting a string but receiving a number), it can lead to parsing issues.
  
  
  Network Issues: If the JSON data is being transmitted over a network, interruptions or corruption during transmission can lead to malformed JSON.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Validate JSON Format: Use a JSON validator tool to check the structure of the JSON data. Ensure that it adheres to the correct JSON syntax.
  
  
  Check Encoding: Ensure that the JSON data is properly encoded, especially if it contains special characters. UTF-8 is the recommended encoding for JSON.
  
  
  Review Data Structure: Verify that the JSON data matches the expected structure and data types required by the SAP application or API.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to logs or debugging tools, check the logs for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into what part of the JSON is malformed.
  
  
  Test with Sample Data: If possible, test the integration or API call with known good JSON data to isolate whether the issue is with the data being sent or received.
  
  
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your application to catch and log JSON parsing errors, which can help in diagnosing issues in the future.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for guidelines on working with JSON in your specific SAP module or application.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other developer forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  API Specifications: If you are working with an API, review the API documentation to ensure that you are sending the correct JSON structure.
  
  By addressing the above points, you should be able to resolve the FM_FCTR_DRF010 error and ensure that your JSON data is correctly parsed by the SAP system.