How To Fix SWF_HTTP113 - Error when converting from XML to ABAP (message part '&1')

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWF_HTTP - Web Services in the Workflow: Server Functions

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Error when converting from XML to ABAP (message part '&1')

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWF_HTTP113 - Error when converting from XML to ABAP (message part '&1') ?

  The SAP error message SWF_HTTP113 typically occurs when there is an issue with converting XML data to ABAP format. This error can arise in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with web services or data exchange processes that involve XML.
  Cause:
  The error message SWF_HTTP113 indicates that there is a problem with the XML data being processed. Common causes include:
  
  
  Malformed XML: The XML structure may not be well-formed, which means it does not adhere to XML syntax rules. This can include missing tags, incorrect nesting, or invalid characters.
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The XML data may contain values that do not match the expected data types in the ABAP structure. For example, if an XML element is expected to be an integer but contains a string.
  
  
  Encoding Issues: There may be issues with character encoding, especially if the XML contains special characters that are not properly encoded.
  
  
  Schema Validation Failures: If the XML is being validated against a schema (XSD), it may not conform to the expected structure or data types defined in the schema.
  
  
  Incorrect Mapping: The mapping between the XML elements and the ABAP structure may be incorrect, leading to conversion failures.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SWF_HTTP113 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Validate the XML: Use an XML validator tool to check the XML for well-formedness and adherence to any relevant schemas. Fix any issues found.
  
  
  Check Data Types: Review the expected data types in the ABAP structure and ensure that the XML data matches these types. Make necessary adjustments to the XML data.
  
  
  Review Encoding: Ensure that the XML is properly encoded, especially if it contains special characters. The encoding should match what is expected by the ABAP program.
  
  
  Debug the Mapping: If you are using a mapping tool or framework, check the mapping configuration to ensure that XML elements are correctly mapped to the corresponding ABAP fields.
  
  
  Error Logging: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context about the failure.
  
  
  Test with Sample Data: If possible, test the conversion with a simplified version of the XML data to isolate the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Module) to analyze the function modules or classes involved in the XML processing.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to SWF_HTTP113.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific web service or interface you are working with to ensure compliance with expected formats and structures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the SWF_HTTP113 error.