Message type: E = Error
Message class: S3 - Transaction for processing logical databases
Message number: 203
Message text: No node allowed besides root node
The structure of a logical database takes the form of a tree (itself a
subtree of the root node), which consists of nodes (Data Dictionary
tables).
There can never be more than one root node.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Create the node in a different position.
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S3203
- No node allowed besides root node ?The SAP error message S3203 "No node allowed besides root node" typically occurs in the context of SAP's data processing or XML handling, particularly when dealing with hierarchical data structures. This error indicates that the system is expecting a specific structure in the data being processed, and it has encountered a node that is not allowed at the current level of the hierarchy.
Cause: Incorrect XML Structure: The most common cause of this error is an improperly structured XML document. The system expects only the root node at a certain point in the hierarchy, but it has found additional nodes. Data Mapping Issues: If you are using data mapping tools or middleware (like SAP PI/PO), there may be a misconfiguration in how data is being transformed or mapped. Program Logic Errors: If you are developing custom programs or enhancements, there may be logic errors that lead to the generation of unexpected nodes in the
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