How To Fix /PF1/FH_CONV_XML_IMP043 - Either tag &1&2 or tag &1&3 must be present

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/FH_CONV_XML_IMP -

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Either tag &1&2 or tag &1&3 must be present

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/FH_CONV_XML_IMP043 - Either tag &1&2 or tag &1&3 must be present ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/FH_CONV_XML_IMP043 Either tag &1&2 or tag &1&3 must be present typically occurs during the import of XML data into the SAP system. This error indicates that the XML structure being processed is missing required tags that are necessary for the import to proceed successfully.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of specific XML tags that the SAP system expects to find in the incoming XML document. The placeholders &1, &2, and &3 in the error message represent specific tag names that are expected but not found. This can happen due to:
  
  Malformed XML: The XML document may not be well-formed or may not adhere to the expected schema.
  Incorrect Mapping: The XML tags may not be correctly mapped to the corresponding fields in the SAP system.
  Missing Data: The data being imported may not include all the necessary information, leading to missing tags.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check XML Structure: Validate the XML document against the expected schema. Ensure that the required tags are present and correctly formatted.
  Review Mapping: If you are using a mapping tool or middleware, check the mapping configuration to ensure that the XML tags are correctly mapped to the corresponding fields in SAP.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or the specific interface documentation to understand which tags are required for the import process.
  Test with Sample Data: If possible, test the import with a sample XML file that is known to work. This can help identify if the issue is with the specific XML file you are trying to import.
  Error Logging: Check the SAP application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context about the failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  XML Schema: Understanding the XML schema that defines the structure of the expected XML can help in identifying the required tags.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or discussion boards for similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to successfully import the XML data into SAP.