How To Fix MKTPL_R3204 - Error in ERP transfer; XML data generation failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MKTPL_R3 - Marketing Plan R/3 Interface

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Error in ERP transfer; XML data generation failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MKTPL_R3204 - Error in ERP transfer; XML data generation failed ?

  The SAP error message MKTPL_R3204: Error in ERP transfer; XML data generation failed typically occurs during the process of transferring data from SAP ERP to another system, often in the context of integration scenarios such as SAP Marketing Cloud or other external applications. This error indicates that there was a failure in generating the XML data that is required for the transfer.
  Causes:
  
  Data Format Issues: The data being transferred may not conform to the expected format, leading to XML generation failures.
  Missing Required Fields: Certain mandatory fields may be missing in the data being processed, which can prevent successful XML generation.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the integration setup can lead to issues in data transfer.
  System Performance Issues: If the system is under heavy load or experiencing performance issues, it may fail to generate the XML in a timely manner.
  Software Bugs: There may be bugs in the SAP software or in the