How To Fix /PF1/MSG_CONV_XML400 - Parse error: &1 at position &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_CONV_XML -

• Message number: 400

• Message text: Parse error: &1 at position &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV_XML400 - Parse error: &1 at position &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CONV_XML400 Parse error: &1 at position &2 typically indicates that there is an issue with parsing an XML document. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when importing or exporting data in XML format, or when processing XML files in SAP applications.
  Causes:
  
  Malformed XML: The XML document may not be well-formed, meaning it does not adhere to the XML syntax rules. This could include missing tags, incorrect nesting, or invalid characters.
  Encoding Issues: The XML file may have encoding problems, such as using an unsupported character set or incorrect declaration of the encoding.
  Schema Violations: The XML may not conform to the expected schema or structure that the SAP application is trying to process.
  Special Characters: Presence of special characters that are not properly escaped can lead to parsing errors.
  Incorrect Positioning: The error message indicates a specific position in the XML where the parser encountered an issue, which can help in identifying the problematic part of the document.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Validate the XML: Use an XML validator tool to check the XML document for well-formedness and schema compliance. Fix any errors reported by the validator.
  Check Encoding: Ensure that the XML file is saved with the correct encoding (e.g., UTF-8) and that the XML declaration at the top of the file matches the actual encoding.
  Review Special Characters: Ensure that all special characters are properly escaped. For example, < should be &lt;, > should be &gt;, & should be &amp;, etc.
  Examine the Error Position: Use the position indicated in the error message to locate the exact part of the XML that is causing the issue. This can help in quickly identifying and fixing the problem.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or the specific application documentation for any XML structure requirements or schema definitions that need to be followed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to XML parsing errors. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Debugging Tools: Use debugging tools available in SAP to trace the XML processing and identify where the error occurs in the code.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the parsing error related to the XML document in your SAP environment.