How To Fix /PF1/FH_CONV_XML_IMP140 - Validated Rule &1: If &2 is present, then &3 is mandatory

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/FH_CONV_XML_IMP -

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Validated Rule &1: If &2 is present, then &3 is mandatory

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/FH_CONV_XML_IMP140 - Validated Rule &1: If &2 is present, then &3 is mandatory ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/FH_CONV_XML_IMP140 typically indicates a validation rule issue during the import of XML data into the SAP system. This error message suggests that there is a conditional requirement in the data being processed: if a certain field (denoted as &2) is present, then another field (denoted as &3) must also be provided.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the XML data being imported does not meet the specified validation rules. Specifically, it means that:
  
  Field &2 is present in the XML data.
  Field &3, which is required when &2 is present, is missing or not populated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Identify the Fields: Determine what &2 and &3 represent in the context of your XML data. This information is usually provided in the error message or can be found in the documentation related to the XML structure you are working with.
  
  
  Check the XML Data: Review the XML file you are trying to import. Look for the presence of &2 and ensure that &3 is also included and populated correctly.
  
  
  Modify the XML: If &2 is present, make sure to add the required &3 field with the appropriate value. If &2 is not necessary for your import, consider removing it if it is not needed.
  
  
  Re-validate: After making the necessary changes to the XML file, attempt the import process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Check SAP documentation or the specific module documentation related to the XML import process for more details on the validation rules.
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Module) to explore the relevant function modules or classes that handle XML imports.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant function modules to see how the validation is being processed and to gain insights into the data being checked.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific implementation and data structure.