How To Fix SPRX040 - Proxy generation terminated: WSDL error ("&1" is not numerical)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPRX - Proxy Generation

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Proxy generation terminated: WSDL error ("&1" is not numerical)

INCLUDE SPRX_GET_WSDL OBJECT DOKU ID TX

What causes this issue?

In the WSDL document the attribute "&V2&" was given the value "&V1&"
for the node <&V3&>:
<zh><&V3& &V2&="&V1&"></>
"&V1&" should represent a number, but this is not the case.

System Response

Proxy generation is terminated.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPRX040 - Proxy generation terminated: WSDL error ("&1" is not numerical) ?

  The SAP error message SPRX040 indicates that there is an issue with the Web Services Description Language (WSDL) file during the proxy generation process. Specifically, the error message states that a certain value (represented by "&1") is expected to be numerical but is not. This can occur for various reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  
  Invalid WSDL Definition: The WSDL file may contain a definition where a numerical value is expected, but a non-numerical value is provided instead. This could be due to a typo or incorrect data type definition in the WSDL.
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The WSDL might define a parameter or element as a numerical type (e.g., int, float, etc.), but the actual data being passed or defined is of a different type (e.g., string).
  
  
  Service Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the service configuration in the SAP system that leads to incorrect WSDL generation.
  
  
  Version Mismatch: If there are version mismatches between the service provider and consumer, it could lead to discrepancies in the expected data types.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check the WSDL File: Review the WSDL file for any definitions that are expected to be numerical. Ensure that all relevant fields are correctly defined and that the data types match the expected values.
  
  
  Validate the WSDL: Use a WSDL validation tool to check for errors in the WSDL file. This can help identify any issues with the structure or data types.
  
  
  Regenerate the WSDL: If the WSDL is generated from a service, try regenerating it to ensure that it reflects the current state of the service and its definitions.
  
  
  Review Proxy Settings: Check the settings in the SAP system related to the proxy generation. Ensure that all configurations are correct and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or community forums for any known issues related to the specific version of SAP you are using. There may be patches or updates available that address this issue.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the proxy generation process to identify where the error occurs and what specific value is causing the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific notes related to the SPRX040 error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  WSDL Specifications: Familiarize yourself with WSDL specifications to understand how data types are defined and how they should be structured.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the SPRX040 error during proxy generation.