How To Fix VMC_DEPLOYMENT005 - Error in deployment descriptor: attribute &1 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMC_DEPLOYMENT - Messages About Installation of VMC Applications

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Error in deployment descriptor: attribute &1 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMC_DEPLOYMENT005 - Error in deployment descriptor: attribute &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message VMC_DEPLOYMENT005 indicates that there is an issue with the deployment descriptor of a Java application, specifically that an expected attribute (denoted as &1) is not found. This error typically occurs during the deployment of a Java application in the SAP NetWeaver environment.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The deployment descriptor (such as web.xml for web applications or application.xml for enterprise applications) may be missing an expected attribute or may have a typo in the attribute name.
  
  
  Version Mismatch: The application may be using a version of the deployment descriptor that is not compatible with the server or the Java EE version being used.
  
  
  Corrupted Deployment Descriptor: The deployment descriptor file may be corrupted or improperly formatted, leading to the inability of the server to read it correctly.
  
  
  Incorrect Packaging: The application might not be packaged correctly, leading to missing files or directories that are expected during deployment.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VMC_DEPLOYMENT005 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Deployment Descriptor:
  
  Open the relevant deployment descriptor file (e.g., web.xml, application.xml).
  Verify that all required attributes are present and correctly spelled.
  Ensure that the XML structure is valid and conforms to the expected schema.
  
  
  
  Validate Against Schema:
  
  Use an XML validator to check the deployment descriptor against the appropriate XML schema for the version of Java EE you are using.
  
  
  
  Review Application Packaging:
  
  Ensure that the application is packaged correctly (e.g., in a WAR or EAR file) and that all necessary files are included.
  Check the directory structure to ensure that the deployment descriptor is located in the correct directory.
  
  
  
  Check Compatibility:
  
  Verify that the version of the deployment descriptor is compatible with the SAP NetWeaver version you are using.
  If necessary, update the deployment descriptor to match the expected version.
  
  
  
  Re-deploy the Application:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, repackage the application and attempt to redeploy it.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or the Java EE specifications for guidance on the required attributes and structure of the deployment descriptor.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  Logs: Review the server logs for additional context or related error messages that may provide more insight into the issue.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional help from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the VMC_DEPLOYMENT005 error.