How To Fix /PF1/MSG_CONV_XML377 - If ' &1 ' is used either 'Code' or ' &2 ' but not both, must be present

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_CONV_XML -

• Message number: 377

• Message text: If ' &1 ' is used either 'Code' or ' &2 ' but not both, must be present

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV_XML377 - If ' &1 ' is used either 'Code' or ' &2 ' but not both, must be present ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV_XML377 typically indicates an issue with the XML data being processed, specifically related to the presence of required fields in the XML structure. The message suggests that either the 'Code' or another specified field (represented by &2) must be present, but not both at the same time.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises in scenarios where:
  
  An XML document is being processed, and it contains conflicting or incomplete data.
  The XML structure is expected to have either a 'Code' field or another specified field, but both are present or neither is present.
  The data being sent to or received from an external system does not conform to the expected schema.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the XML Structure: Review the XML document being processed. Ensure that it contains either the 'Code' field or the specified field (represented by &2), but not both. 
  
  
  Validate Data: Ensure that the data being sent to the SAP system is valid and conforms to the expected format. If you are generating the XML from another system, check the logic that creates the XML to ensure it adheres to the required rules.
  
  
  Modify the XML: If you have control over the XML generation, modify it to ensure that only one of the required fields is present at any time.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the relevant SAP documentation or the interface specifications to understand the expected structure of the XML and the rules governing the fields.
  
  
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your code to catch such issues before they result in an error message. This can include logging the XML data and the specific fields that are causing the issue.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the XML processing again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  XML Schema: If applicable, review the XML schema (XSD) that defines the structure of the XML being processed to ensure compliance.
  Transaction Codes: If this error occurs during a specific transaction, look up the transaction code in SAP to find related documentation or troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.