How To Fix RA591 - Error occurred when converting to XML

RA591 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RA - Monitoring structure dialog message

• Message number: 591

• Message text: Error occurred when converting to XML

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RA591 - Error occurred when converting to XML ?

  The SAP error message RA591, which states "Error occurred when converting to XML," typically occurs during the process of generating XML output from SAP data. This error can arise due to various reasons, including issues with the data being processed, configuration settings, or the XML generation logic itself.
  Causes of RA591 Error
  
  
  Data Issues: The data being processed may contain invalid characters or formatting that cannot be converted to XML. This can include special characters, incorrect data types, or missing mandatory fields.
  
  
  Configuration Problems: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system related to XML generation can lead to this error. This includes settings in the relevant output types or forms.
  
  
  Program Logic Errors: There may be bugs or issues in the ABAP program or function module that is responsible for generating the XML output.
  
  
  Memory Issues: If the system runs out of memory while processing the data, it may lead to conversion errors.
  
  
  Version Compatibility: If