How To Fix IAC_XML020 - Invalid JSON data

IAC_XML020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IAC_XML -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Invalid JSON data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IAC_XML020 - Invalid JSON data ?

  The SAP error message IAC_XML020: Invalid JSON data typically indicates that there is an issue with the JSON data being processed in an SAP application, particularly in the context of integration scenarios where JSON is used for data exchange.
  Causes:
  
  
  Malformed JSON: The JSON data may not be properly formatted. Common issues include:
  
  Missing commas between key-value pairs.
  Unmatched brackets or braces.
  Incorrect use of quotes (e.g., using single quotes instead of double quotes).
  Invalid characters or escape sequences.
  
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The JSON structure may not match the expected data types defined in the SAP system. For example, sending a string where a number is expected.
  
  
  Encoding Issues: The JSON data may contain characters that are not properly encoded, leading to parsing errors.
  
  
  Schema Validation Failure: If the JSON data is expected to conform to a specific schema (e.g., JSON Schema), any deviation from that schema can trigger this error.
  
  
  Incorrect API Endpoint: Sending JSON data to an incorrect