How To Fix XSLT_TOOL321 - Source text of transformation & is empty.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XSLT_TOOL - Messages for XSLT Tool

• Message number: 321

• Message text: Source text of transformation & is empty.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XSLT_TOOL321 - Source text of transformation & is empty. ?

  The SAP error message XSLT_TOOL321 indicates that the source text of the transformation is empty. This typically occurs when you are trying to execute an XSLT transformation, but the source XML data that is supposed to be transformed is not available or has not been provided.
  Causes:
  
  Empty Input Data: The XML data that is supposed to be transformed is empty or not being passed correctly to the transformation.
  Incorrect Configuration: The transformation might be incorrectly configured, leading to the source not being populated.
  Data Retrieval Issues: There may be issues in retrieving the data from the source system or database.
  Transformation Logic Errors: The logic in the transformation might be set up in such a way that it does not correctly reference the input data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Data: Ensure that the XML data you are trying to transform is not empty. You can do this by logging or debugging the data before the transformation is executed.
  Review Transformation Configuration: Verify that the transformation is correctly configured to receive the input data. Check the parameters and mappings.
  Data Source Verification: If the data is being fetched from a database or another source, ensure that the data retrieval logic is functioning correctly and returning the expected results.
  Debugging: Use debugging tools to step through the transformation process and identify where the input data is being lost or not set.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your transformation logic to catch cases where the input data might be empty and provide meaningful error messages.
  
  Related Information:
  
  XSLT (Extensible Stylesheet Language Transformations): A language for transforming XML documents into other XML documents, or other formats like HTML, text, etc.
  SAP PI/PO (Process Integration/Process Orchestration): If you are using SAP PI/PO, ensure that the message mappings and interfaces are correctly set up.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.