How To Fix RSDD_LM049 - Unknown XML element &1 found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDD_LM - Messages for Lean Modeler (API and RSLIMO)

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Unknown XML element &1 found

What causes this issue?

The data between the front end (or Eclipse) and the back end is
transferred as an XML document. There is a defined structure for XML
documents.
In this case, the document contains the unknown XML element &V1&.

System Response

The system will ignore this unknown XML element.

How to fix this error?

Since this might be an error in the back end, you should inform your
system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDD_LM049 - Unknown XML element &1 found ?

  The SAP error message RSDD_LM049 with the description "Unknown XML element &1 found" typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the XML structure being processed, particularly during the loading of data or when working with InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or other BW-related objects.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid XML Structure: The XML file being processed may contain elements that are not recognized by the SAP BW system. This could be due to a typo, an unsupported element, or an outdated XML schema.
  Version Mismatch: The XML file may be generated by a different version of SAP BW or a different system that has additional or modified XML elements.
  Corrupted XML File: The XML file might be corrupted or improperly formatted, leading to the system being unable to parse it correctly.
  Custom Developments: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the BW system, they might introduce elements that are not standard and thus not recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check XML Structure: Validate the XML file against the expected schema for the version of SAP BW you are using. Ensure that all elements are correctly defined and recognized by the system.
  Review Changes: If there have been recent changes to the BW system or the XML generation process, review those changes to identify any discrepancies.
  Use Standard XML: If you are using a custom XML structure, consider reverting to a standard XML format that is known to work with your version of SAP BW.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the process that is generating or processing the XML to identify where the unknown element is being introduced.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of BW you are using to see if there are any known issues or updates regarding XML processing.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if you suspect it may be a bug or a deeper issue within the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to XML processing in your version of BW.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and RSD1 (InfoObject Maintenance) for troubleshooting.
  XML Validation Tools: Use XML validation tools to check the structure and content of your XML files.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.