WHAT IS THE FIX TO THIS ERROR: XML Parsing error: not well-formed (invalid token) (error code 4)

Hello, looking to see if there's anyone out there who knows how to resolve this error from popping up when I open a previously saved adobe file with data populated inside (tax form).
The error states:
XML Parsing error: not well-formed (invalid token) (error code 4), line 16028, column 2 of file.
So when I go to open this file, THAT ERROR appears. But then allows me to view the content inside the PDF (tax form) - however it will not allow further editing - this is an issue.
This began after working and populating certain files, then transferring to a hosting site. Now when I open any PDF file from the hosting site, the error appears. Could just be coincidental however throwing that out there in case it's useful.
What causes this error & what is the fix?
Cheers!

Unfortunately No. This was a tax form downloaded from IRS.gov. The PDF file has been populated and saved off. I believe the file has somehow become corrupt. Curious how to cleanse the file so it opens without issue (that error message).
Thanks for your response

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