How To Fix /SMB/ID_MIGRATION020 - ERROR : Parsing the inactive XML

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/ID_MIGRATION -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: ERROR : Parsing the inactive XML

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/ID_MIGRATION020 - ERROR : Parsing the inactive XML ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/ID_MIGRATION020 ERROR: Parsing the inactive XML typically occurs during the process of data migration or integration, particularly when dealing with XML files. This error indicates that the system encountered an issue while trying to parse an XML document that is not in an active state or is not properly formatted.
  Causes:
  
  Inactive XML Document: The XML file being processed is marked as inactive or is not available in the expected state.
  Malformed XML: The XML structure may be incorrect, containing syntax errors or invalid characters that prevent it from being parsed correctly.
  Version Mismatch: The XML document may be using a schema or version that is not compatible with the current system configuration.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the SAP system that affect how XML documents are processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check XML Status: Ensure that the XML document you are trying to parse is active and available. If