How To Fix ST_BUILDER_MESSAGES013 - Attributes must not occur after Elements

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ST_BUILDER_MESSAGES - Short texts for the ST-Builder

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Attributes must not occur after Elements

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ST_BUILDER_MESSAGES013 - Attributes must not occur after Elements ?

  The SAP error message ST_BUILDER_MESSAGES013 ("Attributes must not occur after Elements") typically occurs in the context of XML processing or when working with the SAP ABAP Data Dictionary, particularly when defining structures or interfaces that involve XML schemas.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that there is a violation of the XML schema rules regarding the order of attributes and elements. In XML, attributes must be defined before any child elements within the same parent element. If an attribute is defined after an element, the XML parser will throw this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to check the structure or interface definition where the error is occurring. Here are the steps to fix it:
  
  
  Review the XML Schema: Look at the XML schema (XSD) or the structure definition in your ABAP program. Ensure that all attributes are defined before any child elements.
  
  
  Reorder Definitions: If you find that an attribute is defined after an element, reorder the definitions so that all attributes come first, followed by the elements.
  
  
  Validate the Structure: After making changes, validate the structure or interface to ensure that it complies with XML schema rules.
  
  
  Test the Changes: Once the changes are made, test the functionality that was causing the error to ensure that it is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  XML Schema Definition (XSD): Familiarize yourself with the rules of XML schema, particularly the order of attributes and elements.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for more details on XML processing and data structures.
  Debugging Tools: Use SAP debugging tools to trace where the error is occurring in your code or configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ST_BUILDER_MESSAGES013 error and ensure that your XML structures are correctly defined.