How To Fix ICL_WCOMP086 - &1-&2: Data format error occurred while reading the XML file

ICL_WCOMP086 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICL_WCOMP - Workers Compensation

• Message number: 086

• Message text: &1-&2: Data format error occurred while reading the XML file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICL_WCOMP086 - &1-&2: Data format error occurred while reading the XML file ?

  The SAP error message ICL_WCOMP086 indicates that there is a data format error while reading an XML file. This error typically occurs in the context of data import or processing where the system expects the XML file to conform to a specific structure or format.
  Causes:
  
  Malformed XML: The XML file may not be well-formed, meaning it has syntax errors such as unclosed tags, incorrect nesting, or invalid characters.
  Schema Mismatch: The XML file may not conform to the expected schema or structure defined by the SAP application. This could include missing required fields or incorrect data types.
  Encoding Issues: The XML file may be saved in an incorrect encoding format (e.g., UTF-8 vs. ANSI), leading to issues when the system tries to read it.
  Data Type Mismatches: The data types in the XML file may not match the expected types in the SAP system (e.g., a string where a number is expected).
  Version Compatibility: The