How To Fix /PF1/FH_CONV_XML043 - Invalid attribute &1 at tag &2 with path &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/FH_CONV_XML -

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Invalid attribute &1 at tag &2 with path &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/FH_CONV_XML043 - Invalid attribute &1 at tag &2 with path &3 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/FH_CONV_XML043 Invalid attribute &1 at tag &2 with path &3 typically occurs during XML processing in SAP, particularly when dealing with XML data conversion or parsing. This error indicates that there is an invalid attribute in the XML data being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid XML Structure: The XML document may contain an attribute that is not defined in the corresponding XML schema or DTD (Document Type Definition).
  Typographical Errors: There may be a typo in the attribute name or tag name in the XML document.
  Version Mismatch: The XML being processed may not be compatible with the expected version of the schema that the SAP system is using.
  Data Mapping Issues: The mapping between the XML attributes and the SAP data model may not be correctly defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  Validate XML Structure: Check the XML document against the expected schema or DTD to ensure that all attributes and tags are valid.
  Correct Typographical Errors: Review the XML for any spelling mistakes in attribute names or tag names.
  Check Compatibility: Ensure that the XML document is compatible with the version of the schema that the SAP system expects.
  Review Data Mapping: If you are using a mapping tool or middleware, verify that the mappings between the XML attributes and the SAP fields are correctly defined.
  Debugging: Use debugging tools in SAP to trace the XML processing and identify where the error occurs. This can provide more context on the invalid attribute.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or the specific module documentation for any known issues or updates related to XML processing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to XML processing in your specific version of SAP.
  XML Schema: Familiarize yourself with the XML schema that your SAP system expects for the specific data you are working with.
  Error Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for additional details that may help in diagnosing the issue.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for similar issues encountered by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message.