How To Fix TXX011 - Error in CALL FUNCTION 'SDIXML_XML_TO_DOM'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TXX - DARTX - XML-Based Data Retention Tool

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Error in CALL FUNCTION 'SDIXML_XML_TO_DOM'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TXX011 - Error in CALL FUNCTION 'SDIXML_XML_TO_DOM' ?

  The SAP error message TXX011, which indicates an "Error in CALL FUNCTION 'SDIXML_XML_TO_DOM'," typically occurs when there is an issue with the XML data being processed in the SAP system. This function is used to convert XML data into a DOM (Document Object Model) structure, and errors can arise from various factors.
  Causes of TXX011 Error
  
  
  Malformed XML: The XML data being passed to the function may be incorrectly formatted or not well-formed. This includes issues like missing tags, incorrect nesting, or invalid characters.
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The data types expected by the function may not match the data being provided. For example, if the XML contains unexpected data types or structures.
  
  
  Encoding Issues: The XML data may have encoding issues, such as incorrect character encoding (e.g., UTF-8 vs. ISO-8859-1).
  
  
  Memory Issues: If the XML data is too large, it may exceed the memory limits set in the SAP system, leading to a failure in processing.
  
  
  SAP Notes: There may be known issues or bugs related to the function that have been documented in SAP Notes.
  
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Validate XML: Use an XML validator to check the structure and format of the XML data. Ensure that it is well-formed and adheres to the expected schema.
  
  
  Check Data Types: Review the data being passed to the function to ensure that it matches the expected types and structures.
  
  
  Encoding Check: Ensure that the XML data is encoded correctly. If necessary, convert the XML to the appropriate encoding before processing.
  
  
  Memory Management: If the XML data is large, consider breaking it into smaller chunks or optimizing the data to reduce memory usage.
  
  
  Review SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or patches related to the SDIXML_XML_TO_DOM function. Apply any recommended fixes or updates.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the function call to identify the exact point of failure and gather more information about the error.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the SDIXML_XML_TO_DOM function to understand its parameters and expected input.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Support Portal: Access to SAP Notes and patches can be found here.
  ABAP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for details on XML handling in ABAP.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.