How To Fix HREFIGB899 - XML Business Error &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HREFIGB - Messages for Electronic-Filing

• Message number: 899

• Message text: XML Business Error &1

What causes this issue?

During the generation of the XML document, a business error was
identified:
The business error states &V1&.
The XML tag that contains the problem is &V2&.
The program internal table and the field where the error occured is &V3&
and has description &V4&.

How to fix this error?

This problem must be rectified before the XML document can be sent from
your SAP system.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HREFIGB899 - XML Business Error &1 ?

  The SAP error message HREFIGB899, which indicates an "XML Business Error," typically arises during the processing of XML data in SAP systems, particularly when dealing with interfaces or data exchange scenarios. The error message may include a specific error code or description that provides more context about the issue.
  Cause:
  
  Data Format Issues: The XML data being processed may not conform to the expected schema or format. This can include missing required fields, incorrect data types, or invalid values.
  Mapping Errors: If there is a mapping between the XML data and the SAP data model, any discrepancies in this mapping can lead to errors.
  Business Logic Violations: The data may violate certain business rules defined in the SAP system, such as constraints on values or relationships between data entities.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the middleware or integration tools (like SAP PI/PO, CPI) can lead to errors in processing XML messages.
  Network or Connectivity Issues: Problems with network connectivity or service availability can also result in XML processing errors.
  
  Solution:
  
  Validate XML Structure: Ensure that the XML data adheres to the expected schema. Use XML validation tools to check for structural issues.
  Check Mapping: Review the mapping between the XML fields and the SAP fields to ensure that all required fields are correctly mapped and that data types match.
  Review Business Rules: Check the business logic and rules defined in the SAP system to ensure that the data being sent complies with these rules.
  Error Logs: Analyze the error logs in the SAP system or middleware to get more details about the specific error. This can provide insights into what went wrong during processing.
  Configuration Review: If using middleware, review the configuration settings to ensure that they are set up correctly for the integration scenario.
  Testing: Conduct thorough testing with different sets of data to identify any patterns or specific cases that trigger the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific SAP module or integration tool you are using to understand the expected XML structure and business rules.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve SAP support for further investigation.