How To Fix SIC_DUPL_RULESET071 - Line &1: XML version identification not allowed at this pos.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIC_DUPL_RULESET - Rulesets for ICM Duplicate Check

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Line &1: XML version identification not allowed at this pos.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIC_DUPL_RULESET071 - Line &1: XML version identification not allowed at this pos. ?

  The SAP error message SIC_DUPL_RULESET071 with the description "Line &1: XML version identification <?xml... ?> not allowed at this pos." typically indicates that there is an issue with the XML structure being processed in the SAP system. This error usually arises when the XML data being imported or processed does not conform to the expected format or structure.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect XML Structure: The XML document may have an incorrect structure, such as misplaced tags or incorrect nesting.
  Unexpected Content: The XML may contain unexpected content or characters at the beginning of the document, which is not allowed.
  Encoding Issues: There may be issues with the encoding of the XML file, leading to misinterpretation of the content.
  Multiple XML Declarations: If the XML document contains multiple XML declarations (e.g., <?xml version="1.0"?>), it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Validate XML Structure: Use an XML validator to check the structure of the XML document. Ensure that it adheres to the expected schema and does not contain any syntax errors.
  Check for Extraneous Content: Ensure that there are no characters or content before the XML declaration (<?xml version="1.0"?>). The XML declaration should be the very first line of the document.
  Remove Duplicate Declarations: If there are multiple XML declarations, remove the duplicates and ensure that only one declaration is present at the top of the document.
  Encoding Check: Ensure that the XML file is saved with the correct encoding (usually UTF-8) and that the encoding is correctly specified in the XML declaration if necessary.
  Review SAP Configuration: Check the configuration settings in SAP related to XML processing to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  XML Standards: Familiarize yourself with XML standards and best practices to avoid common pitfalls when creating or processing XML documents.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for specific guidelines on XML processing and error handling.
  Debugging Tools: Utilize debugging tools within SAP to trace the processing of the XML and identify where the error occurs.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a technical expert who specializes in SAP and XML processing.