How To Fix SWF_BND_001086 - XML document format of target expression '&1' is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_BND_001 - Messages for workflow binding class

• Message number: 086

• Message text: XML document format of target expression '&1' is not supported

What causes this issue?

A XSLT transformation is to be used in the binding to transfer the
source expression to the target expression. A XSLT transformation
expects an XML document or a serializable ABAP object as the source and
target. However, the target expression &V1& has the data type &V2& and
cannot therefore be processed by the transformation.

System Response

This binding statement cannot be executed.
&WHAT_TO_DO& INCLUDE

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

INCLUDE WF_NA_EXPRESSION OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_BND_001086 - XML document format of target expression '&1' is not supported ?

  The SAP error message SWF_BND_001086 indicates that there is an issue with the XML document format of a target expression in a workflow. This error typically arises when the workflow is trying to process an expression that is not in a supported XML format.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported XML Format: The target expression specified in the workflow is not formatted correctly or is using an XML structure that is not recognized by the SAP system.
  Incorrect Data Type: The data type of the expression may not match the expected type, leading to parsing issues.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the workflow or the associated XML data structure.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Target Expression: Review the target expression that is causing the error. Ensure that it is correctly formatted as per the XML standards expected by SAP.
  Validate XML Structure: Use an XML validator to check the structure of the XML document. Ensure that it adheres to the schema expected by the workflow.
  Review Workflow Configuration: Go through the workflow configuration to ensure that all expressions and data types are correctly defined and compatible with the expected input.
  Update Workflow: If the workflow is using outdated or deprecated expressions, consider updating them to align with the current standards and practices.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on the expected XML formats for the target expressions in your version of SAP.
  Debugging: If possible, enable debugging for the workflow to get more detailed logs that can help identify the exact point of failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and can provide insights or solutions.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you are unable to resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SWF_BND_001086 error message in your SAP workflow.