How To Fix XS128 - Specify a target format

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XS - SAPconnect: All messages

• Message number: 128

• Message text: Specify a target format

What causes this issue?

No target format has been specified. The target format field cannot be
generic or left empty. Source format and language, on the other hand,
can be left empty. When selecting the device type, the most fitting
value is chosen.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Specify a target format (PDF, PS, PCL, TXT or other).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XS128 - Specify a target format ?

  The SAP error message XS128 "Specify a target format" typically occurs in the context of SAP HANA XS (Extended Services) when a request is made to a service that requires a specific output format, but that format has not been specified in the request.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following:
  
  Missing Format Specification: The request does not include a parameter that specifies the desired output format (e.g., JSON, XML, etc.).
  Incorrect Request Structure: The structure of the request may not conform to the expected format, leading to the system being unable to determine how to process the response.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the XS service that is being called, which could lead to the service not being able to determine the output format.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the XS128 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Specify the Target Format: Ensure that your request includes a parameter that specifies the desired output format. This is typically done by adding a query parameter to the URL, such as:
  
  ?format=json for JSON output
  ?format=xml for XML output
  
  
  
  Check Request Headers: If you are using HTTP headers to specify the format, ensure that the Accept header is set correctly. For example:
  
  Accept: application/json for JSON
  Accept: application/xml for XML
  
  
  
  Review Documentation: Check the documentation for the specific XS service you are calling to ensure you are using the correct parameters and structure for your request.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider enabling debugging or logging for the XS service to get more detailed information about what might be going wrong.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that might address this issue, as there may be patches or updates that resolve known problems.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP HANA XS Documentation: Review the official SAP HANA XS documentation for details on how to structure requests and specify output formats.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other developer communities for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the XS128 error and successfully specify a target format for your request.