How To Fix XSLT_TOOL329 - Transformation & has syntax error: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XSLT_TOOL - Messages for XSLT Tool

• Message number: 329

• Message text: Transformation & has syntax error: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XSLT_TOOL329 - Transformation & has syntax error: & ?

  The SAP error message XSLT_TOOL329 indicates that there is a syntax error in your XSLT transformation. The specific error message you provided, "Transformation & has syntax error: &", suggests that there is an issue with the use of the ampersand (&) character in your XSLT code.
  Cause:
  
  Improper Use of Ampersand: In XML and XSLT, the ampersand character is used to denote the beginning of an entity reference. If it is not used correctly, it can lead to syntax errors. For example, if you have a string like "A & B" in your XSLT, it should be written as "A & B".
  Malformed XML/XSLT: The XSLT file may contain other syntax errors or malformed XML that could lead to this error.
  Special Characters: Other special characters (like <, >, " etc.) must also be properly escaped in XML/XSLT.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Ampersand Usage: Review your XSLT code for any instances of the ampersand character. Ensure that it is properly escaped as &amp; wherever it appears in text nodes or attribute values.
  Validate Your XSLT: Use an XML/XSLT validator to check for any other syntax errors in your XSLT file. This can help identify other potential issues that may not be immediately obvious.
  Review Special Characters: Ensure that all special characters in your XSLT are properly escaped. For example:
  
  & should be &amp;
  < should be &lt;
  > should be &gt;
  " should be &quot;
  ' should be &apos;
  
  
  Check for Comments: Ensure that comments in your XSLT are properly formatted. Comments should be enclosed within <!-- comment -->.
  
  Related Information:
  
  XSLT Syntax: Familiarize yourself with the syntax rules of XSLT and XML to avoid common pitfalls.
  Debugging Tools: Use debugging tools or IDEs that support XSLT to help identify and fix syntax errors more easily.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for any specific guidelines or best practices related to XSLT transformations within the SAP environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the syntax error indicated by the XSLT_TOOL329 message.