How To Fix RSDD_LM052 - Bad attribute &1 in XML

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Bad attribute &1 in XML

What causes this issue?

The system is trying to read attribute &V1& in XML element &V2&.
There is something wrong with the attribute.
This can be caused by the following:
The attribute is missing
The attribute exists, but the value is empty
The attribute has an undefined value

System Response

The system cannot continue processing.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDD_LM052 - Bad attribute &1 in XML ?

  The SAP error message RSDD_LM052 "Bad attribute &1 in XML" typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the XML data being processed, particularly related to attributes in InfoObjects or data models.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Attribute: The error indicates that there is an attribute in the XML that is not recognized or is invalid. This could be due to a typo, a missing attribute definition, or an attribute that has been deleted or renamed in the InfoObject.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model or InfoObjects, such as adding or removing attributes, the XML may not be updated accordingly.
  XML Structure Issues: The XML structure may not conform to the expected schema, leading to parsing errors.
  Transport Issues: If the XML was transported from another system, it may not match the current configuration of the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the XML: Review the XML file for any typos or incorrect attribute names. Ensure that all attributes referenced in the XML exist in the corresponding InfoObject.
  Validate InfoObjects: Go to the InfoObject maintenance in SAP BW and verify that the attributes are correctly defined and active. Make sure that the attribute in question (&1) is present and correctly configured.
  Update XML: If the InfoObject has changed, update the XML to reflect the current structure of the InfoObject.
  Recreate XML: If the XML is generated from a source system, consider regenerating it to ensure it matches the current schema.
  Check Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that the target system is in sync with the source system.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools in SAP to trace where the error is occurring and gather more context about the failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review the SAP BW documentation for information on XML processing and InfoObject management.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.