How To Fix RSRD653 - Error while applying the XSLT &1 to file &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRD - Report Dissemination

• Message number: 653

• Message text: Error while applying the XSLT &1 to file &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRD653 - Error while applying the XSLT &1 to file &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSRD653 indicates that there was an issue while applying an XSLT (Extensible Stylesheet Language Transformations) to a specified file. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Intelligence (BI) or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when trying to transform data formats or when generating reports.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Invalid XSLT File: The XSLT file specified may contain syntax errors or may not be well-formed.
  File Not Found: The file that the XSLT is trying to transform may not exist or the path may be incorrect.
  Permission Issues: The user executing the transformation may not have the necessary permissions to access the XSLT file or the input file.
  Memory Issues: The system may be running low on memory, causing the transformation process to fail.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters passed to the XSLT may not be valid or may not match the expected input format.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSRD653 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the XSLT File:
  
  Validate the XSLT file for syntax errors using an XML/XSLT validator.
  Ensure that the XSLT file is correctly formatted and adheres to the XSLT standards.
  
  
  
  Verify File Paths:
  
  Ensure that the file paths for both the XSLT and the input file are correct.
  Check if the files exist in the specified locations.
  
  
  
  Check Permissions:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary permissions to access both the XSLT file and the input file.
  Adjust permissions if necessary.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Resources:
  
  Check the system's memory and resource usage. If the system is low on memory, consider freeing up resources or increasing the available memory.
  
  
  
  Review Parameters:
  
  Ensure that any parameters being passed to the XSLT are correct and in the expected format.
  Check the documentation for the XSLT to confirm the required parameters.
  
  
  
  Test Transformation Independently:
  
  If possible, test the XSLT transformation outside of SAP (e.g., using an XML/XSLT processor) to isolate the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the RSRD653 error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on XSLT transformations and the specific context in which the error occurs.
  Logs: Check the application logs for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.