How To Fix MDG_MAT_LOADER_MSG019 - Process terminated; XML file contains syntax error

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_MAT_LOADER_MSG - Message class for Loader

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Process terminated; XML file contains syntax error

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_MAT_LOADER_MSG019 - Process terminated; XML file contains syntax error ?

  The SAP error message MDG_MAT_LOADER_MSG019 indicates that there is a syntax error in the XML file being processed by the Material Data Governance (MDG) Material Loader. This error typically occurs during the import of material data when the XML file does not conform to the expected structure or contains invalid characters.
  Causes:
  
  Malformed XML Structure: The XML file may have incorrect tags, missing closing tags, or improper nesting of elements.
  Invalid Characters: The XML file may contain characters that are not allowed in XML, such as unescaped special characters (e.g., &, <, >).
  Schema Violations: The XML does not adhere to the defined schema (XSD) for the MDG material data.
  Encoding Issues: The file may not be properly encoded (e.g., UTF-8), leading to misinterpretation of characters.
  Data Type Mismatches: Fields in the XML may contain values that do not match the expected data types defined in the MDG configuration.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Validate XML Structure: Use an XML validator tool to check the structure of the XML file. Ensure that all tags are properly opened and closed, and that the nesting is correct.
  Check for Invalid Characters: Review the XML content for any invalid characters and replace or escape them as necessary. For example, replace & with &amp;, < with &lt;, and > with &gt;.
  Review XML Schema: Compare the XML file against the expected schema (XSD) for the MDG material data to ensure compliance. Make necessary adjustments to the XML structure.
  Encoding Verification: Ensure that the XML file is saved with the correct encoding (preferably UTF-8). You can check and change the encoding using text editors or conversion tools.
  Data Type Checks: Verify that the values in the XML file match the expected data types for each field. For example, if a field expects a numeric value, ensure that the XML does not contain any non-numeric characters.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to MDG and XML processing for any known issues or patches that may address this error.
  MDG Documentation: Refer to the official SAP MDG documentation for guidelines on the correct structure and requirements for XML files used in material data loading.
  Debugging Tools: Utilize debugging tools within SAP to trace the error and identify the exact location in the XML file that is causing the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the syntax error in the XML file, allowing for successful processing in the MDG Material Loader.