Sequential delimiters in a flat file data may produce unexpected XML serialization results in BizTalk Server (832846)
The information in this article applies to:
- Microsoft BizTalk Server 2002
SYMPTOMSMicrosoft BizTalk Server may generate unexpected output when it is
serializing an XML file from a delimited flat file. For example, some of
elements that are designated as optional may not be created although they
exist in the flat file input.CAUSEThis problem occurs when the input flat file has
sequential delimiters with no intervening characters or
white space.RESOLUTIONTo resolve this problem, make sure that your input data does not contain sequential
delimiters with no intervening characters or white space.STATUS
This behavior is by design.MORE INFORMATIONThe parser in Microsoft BizTalk Server 2002 has a unique
parsing characteristic that is called early record termination. Early record termination applies to records with optional trailing fields. When BizTalk Server parses those
optional trailing fields and then encounters any one of the delimiters of its ancestor, it
will assume that the current record has been correctly terminated, it will unwind the parsing stack, and then it will resume its work at the level of its parent. This
process can be recursive. If the parent record has the same
traits (for example, if the record contains optional trailing fields), the parent record will also
be terminated.
| Modification Type: | Major | Last Reviewed: | 2/10/2004 |
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| Keywords: | kbprb KB832846 kbAudDeveloper |
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