FAQ: Why is the error 'XML is not well formed' appearing when trying to submit an ILR batch?

Nikki Snowden

Updated 06 December 2023 10:19

This error can appear when there is no employer ERN in the Emp Stat record for a learner. This can be fixed by adding in the ERN or by putting in 999999999.

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