How To Fix UPS1091 - Error when parsing BW hierarchy in XML

UPS1091 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPS1 - SEM-BPS Status and Tracking System Messages

• Message number: 091

• Message text: Error when parsing BW hierarchy in XML

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPS1091 - Error when parsing BW hierarchy in XML ?

  The SAP error message UPS1091, which indicates an error when parsing a BW (Business Warehouse) hierarchy in XML, typically arises during the process of data extraction or loading when the system encounters issues with the XML structure or content related to the hierarchy.
  Causes of UPS1091 Error
  
  
  Malformed XML: The XML structure may not conform to the expected schema, which can happen if there are missing tags, incorrect nesting, or invalid characters.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: The data being loaded may contain inconsistencies, such as invalid hierarchy levels or references that do not exist.
  
  
  Encoding Issues: There may be character encoding problems, especially if the XML contains special characters that are not properly encoded.
  
  
  Version Mismatch: The version of the BW system or the data source may not be compatible with the XML being processed.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the BW system or the data source configuration can lead to parsing errors.
  
  
  Solutions to UPS1091 Error
  
  
  Validate XML Structure: