How To Fix RSWADMDERR2002 - Numeric character reference '&1' doesn't end in ';'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSWADMDERR2 - BEx Web applications: Error messages for XML/HTML-Parsing

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Numeric character reference '&1' doesn't end in ';'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSWADMDERR2002 - Numeric character reference '&1' doesn't end in ';' ?

  The SAP error message RSWADMDERR2002 indicates that there is a problem with a numeric character reference in your SAP system. Specifically, the error message states that a numeric character reference (which typically looks like &#nnn;, where nnn is a number) does not end with a semicolon (;). This can occur in various contexts, such as when dealing with HTML or XML content in SAP applications.
  Cause:
  
  Malformed Numeric Character Reference: The most common cause of this error is that somewhere in your code or data, a numeric character reference is incorrectly formatted. For example, it might look like &#123 instead of {.
  Data Input Issues: If the data being processed contains user input or external data, it may have been entered incorrectly or not properly sanitized.
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, this can arise from incorrect configurations in the SAP system or in the way data is being processed or rendered.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Code/Data: Review the code or data that is being processed when the error occurs. Look for any instances of numeric character references and ensure they are correctly formatted with a semicolon at the end.
  Sanitize Input: If the data is coming from user input or external sources, implement input validation and sanitization to ensure that it conforms to expected formats.
  Debugging: Use debugging tools in SAP to trace where the error is occurring. This can help you identify the specific line of code or data that is causing the issue.
  Update/Correct Configuration: If the error is related to a configuration issue, review the relevant settings in your SAP system and make necessary adjustments.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or community forums for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific notes related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  Testing: After making changes, thoroughly test the affected functionality to ensure that the error is resolved and that no new issues have been introduced.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSWADMDERR2002 error in your SAP system.