How To Fix WFE_SURVEY_EDITOR002 - Internal error: Element &1 invalid for XML survey

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WFE_SURVEY_EDITOR -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Internal error: Element &1 invalid for XML survey

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WFE_SURVEY_EDITOR002 - Internal error: Element &1 invalid for XML survey ?

  The SAP error message:
  WFE_SURVEY_EDITOR002 Internal error: Element &1 invalid for XML survey
  typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow or SAP Survey tools when processing or editing XML-based survey definitions or workflow XML data.
  
  Cause
  
  The error indicates that an invalid XML element (tag) was encountered in the survey XML data.
  The placeholder &1 in the message is replaced by the actual element name that is invalid.
  This usually happens because:
  
  The XML structure does not conform to the expected schema or DTD.
  There is a typo or unsupported element in the XML.
  The XML was manually edited or generated incorrectly.
  The survey or workflow XML was imported from an incompatible or older version.
  
  
  The system's XML parser or survey editor validates the XML against a predefined set of allowed elements and finds an element that is not recognized.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Identify the invalid element:
  
  Check the exact element name in the error message (the &1 placeholder).
  Review the XML survey definition or workflow XML where this element appears.
  
  
  
  Validate XML against schema:
  
  Use an XML editor or SAP tools to validate the XML against the expected schema.
  Ensure that only allowed elements are present.
  
  
  
  Correct or remove invalid elements:
  
  If the element is a typo, correct it.
  If the element is unsupported, remove it or replace it with a valid element.
  
  
  
  Use SAP standard tools:
  
  Use SAP transaction codes or tools designed for survey or workflow editing to avoid manual XML editing.
  For workflow, use transaction SWDD (Workflow Builder) or SWU3 (Workflow Customizing) to check and fix workflow definitions.
  
  
  
  Re-import or recreate the survey/workflow:
  
  If the XML was imported, try re-importing a correct version.
  If the XML was generated by a tool, regenerate it ensuring compatibility.
  
  
  
  Check SAP Notes and patches:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to WFE_SURVEY_EDITOR002.
  Apply any relevant patches or updates if this is a known bug.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Context: This error is common in SAP Workflow or SAP Survey applications where XML definitions are used.
  Transactions:
  
  SWDD - Workflow Builder
  SWU3 - Workflow Customizing
  Survey-related transactions depending on your SAP module.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP OSS Notes for any known issues with survey XML or workflow XML parsing.
  XML Standards: Ensure XML files conform to the SAP-defined XML schema for surveys or workflows.
  Manual Editing: Avoid manual editing of XML unless you are fully aware of the schema and allowed elements.
  
  
  If you provide the exact element name or the XML snippet causing the error, more specific guidance can be given.