How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG595 - Error while parsing JSON document; symbol &1 not supported at &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

• Message number: 595

• Message text: Error while parsing JSON document; symbol &1 not supported at &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG595 - Error while parsing JSON document; symbol &1 not supported at &2 ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG595 indicates that there is an issue with parsing a JSON document, specifically that a certain symbol (denoted as &1) is not supported at a specific position (denoted as &2) in the JSON structure. This error typically arises when the JSON data being processed does not conform to the expected format or contains invalid characters.
  Causes:
  
  
  Invalid JSON Format: The JSON document may not be well-formed. Common issues include:
  
  Missing commas between elements.
  Unmatched brackets or braces.
  Incorrect use of quotes (e.g., using single quotes instead of double quotes).
  
  
  
  Unsupported Characters: The JSON may contain characters or symbols that are not supported by the parser. This could include special characters or control characters that are not properly escaped.
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The JSON structure may include data types that are not expected by the SAP system, such as trying to parse a string where a number is expected.
  
  
  Version Compatibility: The version of the JSON being used may not be compatible with the version of the SAP system or the specific module you are working with.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Validate JSON Structure: Use a JSON validator tool to check the structure of your JSON document. Ensure that it is well-formed and adheres to JSON standards.
  
  
  Check for Unsupported Characters: Review the JSON data for any unsupported characters or symbols. Ensure that all special characters are properly escaped.
  
  
  Review Data Types: Ensure that the data types in the JSON document match what is expected by the SAP system. For example, if a numeric value is expected, ensure that it is not enclosed in quotes.
  
  
  Update SAP System: If the issue is related to version compatibility, consider updating your SAP system or checking for patches that may address JSON parsing issues.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the parsing fails and gather more context about the error.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the expected JSON format and any limitations.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to JSON parsing in your specific version of SAP.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  JSON Standards: Familiarize yourself with JSON standards and best practices to avoid common pitfalls when creating JSON documents.
  
  By addressing the above points, you should be able to resolve the /STMC/CR_MSG595 error and successfully parse your JSON document in SAP.