How To Fix /PF1/MSG_CONV_XML044 - Either 'Identification' or 'Name',but not both,may be present

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_CONV_XML -

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Either 'Identification' or 'Name',but not both,may be present

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV_XML044 - Either 'Identification' or 'Name',but not both,may be present ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV_XML044 indicates that there is a conflict in the XML data being processed, specifically regarding the presence of the 'Identification' and 'Name' fields. The error states that either 'Identification' or 'Name' can be present in the XML data, but not both at the same time.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises when:
  
  An XML document being processed contains both the 'Identification' and 'Name' elements in a context where only one is allowed.
  The XML schema or the business logic defined in the SAP system expects either one of these fields to be populated, but not both, leading to a validation error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the XML Data: Check the XML document that is being processed. Look for the sections where 'Identification' and 'Name' are defined. Ensure that only one of these fields is included.
  
  
  Modify the XML: If both fields are present, you will need to modify the XML to remove one of them based on your business requirements. Decide which field is necessary for your use case and remove the other.
  
  
  Validate XML Against Schema: If you have an XML schema (XSD) that defines the structure of the XML, validate your XML against this schema to ensure compliance. This can help catch similar issues in the future.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If the XML is generated by a program or a third-party tool, check the configuration settings of that tool to ensure it is set up correctly to generate the XML as per the requirements.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the relevant SAP documentation or the specific module documentation to understand the expected structure of the XML and the implications of using 'Identification' versus 'Name'.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the XML processing again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  XML Schema Documentation: Review the XML schema documentation for the specific SAP module you are working with to understand the expected structure and constraints.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the XML processing to see where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your XML data is correctly formatted for processing in SAP.