How To Fix /SAPCND/CUSTOMIZING213 - Parameter for XML conversion contains errors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCND/CUSTOMIZING -

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Parameter for XML conversion contains errors

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCND/CUSTOMIZING213 - Parameter for XML conversion contains errors ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCND/CUSTOMIZING213 indicates that there is an issue with the parameters set for XML conversion in the SAP system. This error typically arises when the configuration for XML conversion is incorrect or incomplete.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The parameters for XML conversion may not be set correctly in the customizing settings.
  Missing Parameters: Required parameters for the XML conversion process might be missing.
  Data Type Issues: There could be issues with the data types being used in the XML conversion.
  Incompatibility: The version of the SAP system or the XML conversion tool may not be compatible with the current configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO and navigate to the relevant customizing settings for XML conversion.
  Verify that all required parameters are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review XML Conversion Parameters:
  
  Check the parameters defined in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., /SAPCND/ settings).
  Ensure that all mandatory fields are filled out and that the values are valid.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Types:
  
  Ensure that the data types used in the XML conversion are compatible with the expected formats.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to XML conversion for any specific requirements or known issues.
  
  
  
  Check for SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test to see if the error persists. Use transaction codes like SE80 or SE37 to test the XML conversion functionality.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and parameters, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SPRO, SE80, and SE37 for customizing and testing purposes.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP Help Portal for detailed information on XML conversion and related configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /SAPCND/CUSTOMIZING213 error message.