How To Fix MKTPL_R3205 - Error reading XML message

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Error reading XML message

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MKTPL_R3205 - Error reading XML message ?

  The SAP error message MKTPL_R3205, which indicates an issue with reading an XML message, typically arises in the context of SAP's integration with external systems or services, particularly when dealing with data exchange formats like XML.
  
  Cause:
  
  Malformed XML: The XML message being processed may not conform to the expected structure or schema, leading to parsing errors.
  Encoding Issues: There may be issues with character encoding, such as UTF-8 or ISO-8859-1, which can cause the XML parser to fail.
  Network Issues: If the XML message is being received over a network, connectivity issues could lead to incomplete or corrupted data.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or the external system can lead to issues in message processing.
  Version Mismatch: The XML schema version expected by SAP may not match the version being sent by the external system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Validate XML Structure: Use an XML validator to check the structure of the XML message. Ensure it