How To Fix HRPADNO_UTIL044 - XML Attribute '&1' has not valid value. XML path '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADNO_UTIL - Messages for Norwegian HR - util

• Message number: 044

• Message text: XML Attribute '&1' has not valid value. XML path '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADNO_UTIL044 - XML Attribute '&1' has not valid value. XML path '&2' ?

  The SAP error message HRPADNO_UTIL044 indicates that there is an issue with an XML attribute in the context of HR (Human Resources) data processing. Specifically, the error states that the XML attribute &1 has an invalid value, and it provides the XML path &2 where the issue is occurring.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Attribute Value: The attribute specified in the error message does not conform to the expected values defined in the system. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect data being sent in the XML.
  A mismatch between the expected values in the SAP system and the values provided in the XML file.
  Changes in the configuration or data model that have not been reflected in the XML being processed.
  
  
  
  Data Mapping Issues: If the XML is generated from an external system, there may be issues with how data is mapped to the XML structure expected by SAP.
  
  
  Configuration Changes: If there have been recent changes in the configuration of the HR module, it may lead to discrepancies in the expected values.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check XML Data: Review the XML file being processed to ensure that the attribute &1 contains a valid value as per the SAP HR configuration. Validate the XML against the expected schema.
  
  
  Refer to Documentation: Consult the SAP documentation or configuration guides to understand the valid values for the attribute in question. This will help in identifying what values are acceptable.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the SAP system, you can use debugging tools to trace the processing of the XML and identify where the invalid value is being set or processed.
  
  
  Update XML Generation Logic: If the XML is generated from an external system, ensure that the logic used to create the XML is updated to reflect any changes in the SAP configuration.
  
  
  Consult with Functional Team: If you are unsure about the valid values or the context of the error, consult with the HR functional team or SAP support for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context on handling XML data in HR.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Module) to explore the relevant function modules or programs that handle XML processing in HR.
  Testing: After making changes, test the XML processing in a development or quality environment before moving to production to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.