How To Fix VMP_MSG068 - Invalid input XML; enter a valid XML

VMP_MSG068 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMP_MSG - VMP Message Manager

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Invalid input XML; enter a valid XML

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMP_MSG068 - Invalid input XML; enter a valid XML ?

  The SAP error message VMP_MSG068: Invalid input XML; enter a valid XML typically occurs when the XML data being processed does not conform to the expected structure or format required by the SAP system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when integrating with external systems, using SAP PI/PO, or when working with web services.
  Causes:
  
  Malformed XML: The XML structure may be incorrect, such as missing tags, incorrect nesting, or syntax errors.
  Schema Validation Failure: The XML does not adhere to the expected schema (XSD) defined for the specific interface or service.
  Encoding Issues: There may be issues with character encoding, such as special characters not being properly escaped.
  Incorrect Data Types: The values in the XML may not match the expected data types defined in the schema.
  Namespace Issues: If the XML uses namespaces, they may not be correctly defined or used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Validate the XML: Use an XML validator tool to check for syntax