How To Fix RMPS_TRF601 - Root element length exceeds "external entity" length

RMPS_TRF601 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMPS_TRF - Message for transfer run time

• Message number: 601

• Message text: Root element length exceeds "external entity" length

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMPS_TRF601 - Root element length exceeds "external entity" length ?

  The SAP error message RMPS_TRF601, which states "Root element length exceeds 'external entity' length," typically occurs in the context of data transfer or processing within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with XML or other structured data formats. This error indicates that the length of the root element in the XML data exceeds the defined limits for the external entity, which can lead to issues in parsing or processing the data.
  Causes:
  
  Data Size Exceeding Limits: The root element of the XML data being processed is larger than what the system can handle based on its configuration or limitations.
  Incorrect XML Structure: The XML document may not be well-formed or may have structural issues that lead to misinterpretation of the root element's size.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that limit the size of data that can be processed, leading to this error when those limits are exceeded.
  Data Corruption: The