How To Fix HRSFEC_CE_CONV004 - Parse error CE XML: reason &1 / entity &2 / offset &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRSFEC_CE_CONV - Message class for conversion of Compound Employee API fields

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Parse error CE XML: reason &1 / entity &2 / offset &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRSFEC_CE_CONV004 - Parse error CE XML: reason &1 / entity &2 / offset &3 ?

  The SAP error message HRSFEC_CE_CONV004 indicates a parse error in the CE (Cloud Extension) XML data. This error typically occurs when there is an issue with the XML structure or content being processed by the SAP system. The message provides specific details about the error, including the reason for the parse error, the entity involved, and the offset in the XML where the error occurred.
  Causes:
  
  Malformed XML: The XML structure may not be well-formed, meaning it could have missing tags, incorrect nesting, or invalid characters.
  Invalid Characters: The XML may contain characters that are not allowed in XML documents, such as unescaped special characters.
  Schema Violations: The XML data may not conform to the expected schema or structure defined for the entity being processed.
  Encoding Issues: There may be issues with character encoding, especially if the XML contains non-ASCII characters.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Validate XML Structure: Use an XML validator tool to check the structure of the XML document. Ensure that it is well-formed and adheres to the required schema.
  Check for Special Characters: Look for any special characters in the XML that need to be escaped (e.g., & should be &amp;, < should be &lt;, etc.).
  Review the Entity Definition: Ensure that the XML data matches the expected structure for the entity being processed. This may involve checking the documentation or schema definitions provided by SAP.
  Examine the Offset: The error message includes an offset value, which indicates the position in the XML where the error occurred. Use this information to locate the problematic part of the XML.
  Encoding Verification: Ensure that the XML file is saved with the correct encoding (usually UTF-8) and that the encoding declaration in the XML header matches the actual encoding used.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Debugging Tools: Utilize debugging tools within the SAP environment to trace the processing of the XML and identify where the error occurs.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRSFEC_CE_CONV004 parse error in your SAP system.