How To Fix HRPAYDE_EXTRA202 - E202: An error occurred when validating the eXTra XML file.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDE_EXTRA - Error messages relating to eXTra-Standard 1.4

• Message number: 202

• Message text: E202: An error occurred when validating the eXTra XML file.

What causes this issue?

E202: An error occurred when validating the content of the eXTra XML
file.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDE_EXTRA202 - E202: An error occurred when validating the eXTra XML file. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDE_EXTRA202 (E202) indicates that there was an issue when validating the eXTra XML file, which is typically related to payroll processing in the German payroll module of SAP. This error can arise due to various reasons, including issues with the XML file structure, incorrect data, or configuration problems.
  Causes:
  
  XML Structure Issues: The XML file may not conform to the expected schema or structure required by the eXTra system.
  Data Validation Errors: There may be invalid or missing data in the XML file that does not meet the validation criteria.
  Configuration Problems: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system related to eXTra processing can lead to validation errors.
  Version Mismatch: The version of the XML file may not be compatible with the version expected by the eXTra system.
  Encoding Issues: Problems with character encoding in the XML file can also lead to validation errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check XML Structure: Validate the XML file against the expected schema to ensure it is correctly structured. You can use XML validation tools to check for errors.
  Review Data: Inspect the data within the XML file for any missing or incorrect entries. Ensure that all required fields are populated and that the data types are correct.
  Configuration Review: Verify the configuration settings in SAP related to eXTra processing. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set.
  Update Versions: Ensure that the XML file is generated using the correct version that is compatible with the eXTra system.
  Encoding Check: Make sure that the XML file is saved with the correct character encoding (e.g., UTF-8) to avoid issues with special characters.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates and patches that could resolve the issue.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the eXTra interface to understand the expected XML structure and data requirements.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRPAYDE_EXTRA202 E202 error.