Why do I get an error when trying import an SVG with a flowRoot element?

The flowRoot element is not defined in the SVG DTDs and needs to be converted to text.

Description

When trying to import an SVG that contains a flowRoot element, the Error Log displays a The current document is unable to create an element of the requested type (namespace: http://www.w3.org/2000/svg, name: flowRoot). error message.

Solution

Edit the SVG in Inkscape and convert the flowRoot to text with the Text menu option.