How To Fix HRPAY99CEE1_U2_UTIL046 - Error in creation of XML attribute '&1'. XML path '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY99CEE1_U2_UTIL - CEE01[UTIL2] - Messages for utilities

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Error in creation of XML attribute '&1'. XML path '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99CEE1_U2_UTIL046 - Error in creation of XML attribute '&1'. XML path '&2' ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99CEE1_U2_UTIL046 typically indicates an issue related to the creation of an XML attribute during the processing of payroll or HR-related data. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when generating XML files for payroll processing, data transfer, or integration with other systems.
  
  Cause:
  The error message suggests that there is a problem with the creation of a specific XML attribute. The placeholders &1 and &2 in the error message represent the attribute name and the XML path, respectively. Common causes for this error include:
  
  Data Issues: The data being processed may contain invalid or unexpected values that cannot be converted into the required XML format.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll or HR module that affect how data is being processed and exported to XML.
  Missing Data: Required fields or attributes may be missing from the data set, leading to failures in XML