How To Fix /PF1/MSG_CONV_XML368 - If ' &1 ' is used then ' &2 ' must be used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_CONV_XML -

• Message number: 368

• Message text: If ' &1 ' is used then ' &2 ' must be used

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV_XML368 - If ' &1 ' is used then ' &2 ' must be used ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV_XML368 typically indicates a problem with the configuration or usage of XML conversion settings in SAP. This error message suggests that there is a dependency between two parameters or fields in your XML processing. Specifically, it states that if one parameter (represented by &1) is used, then another parameter (represented by &2) must also be used.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Parameter: The error usually occurs when a required parameter is not provided in the XML configuration or mapping. For example, if you are using a specific XML tag or attribute that requires another tag or attribute to be present, and it is missing, this error will be triggered.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the XML mapping or transformation settings, leading to the system expecting certain parameters to be present.
  Version Mismatch: Sometimes, using an outdated version of the XML processing tools or libraries can lead to such errors if the expected parameters have changed in newer versions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check XML Configuration: Review the XML configuration or mapping settings to ensure that all required parameters are included. Make sure that if you are using &1, you also include &2 as specified in the error message.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or the specific module documentation related to XML processing to understand the dependencies between the parameters.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the XML processing to see where the parameters are being set and identify why one of them is missing.
  Update Software: Ensure that you are using the latest version of the relevant SAP components. If there are updates available, apply them to see if the issue is resolved.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the full context of the error, including the XML being processed and the configuration settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional context on XML processing.
  Community Forums: Look for discussions in SAP community forums or other technical forums where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Testing: If possible, create a test case with minimal XML input to isolate the issue and test different configurations to see what works.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.