How To Fix PSRM_SOA029 - ASCII content is expected but binary content is supplied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSRM_SOA - Messages for Service Enterprises in PublicSectorRecordsMgnmt

• Message number: 029

• Message text: ASCII content is expected but binary content is supplied

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSRM_SOA029 - ASCII content is expected but binary content is supplied ?

  The SAP error message PSRM_SOA029 indicates that the system expected ASCII content but received binary content instead. This error typically occurs in scenarios involving data exchange, such as when using web services or when processing files that are expected to be in a specific format.
  Cause:
  
  
  Data Format Mismatch: The most common cause of this error is that the data being sent or received is not in the expected ASCII format. This can happen if:
  
  The data is encoded in a binary format (e.g., images, PDFs, or other non-text files).
  The data is incorrectly formatted or corrupted.
  The content type specified in the request does not match the actual content being sent.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the service or application that is processing the data, leading to the expectation of ASCII content.
  
  
  Integration Issues: If the error occurs during integration with external systems, it may be due to the way the external system is sending data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Format: Ensure that the data being sent or received is in the correct ASCII format. If you are sending a file, make sure it is a text file and not a binary file.
  
  
  Review Content-Type Header: If you are working with web services, check the Content-Type header in the HTTP request. It should match the type of data being sent (e.g., text/plain for ASCII text).
  
  
  Validate Data Encoding: If you are dealing with character encoding, ensure that the data is encoded in a compatible format (e.g., UTF-8) that can be interpreted as ASCII.
  
  
  Debugging: Use debugging tools or logs to trace the data being sent and received. This can help identify where the binary content is being introduced.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings of the SAP system and any integration points to ensure they are set up correctly to handle the expected data formats.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for specific guidance related to the service or application you are working with.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Testing: If possible, create a test case with known good data to isolate the issue and confirm that the system behaves as expected with valid ASCII content.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the PSRM_SOA029 error and implement a solution to resolve it.