There is one simple way to convert property file to xml. This can be done using java mapping or java program at the sender side. Then you can use xml structure in the sender and target. This way you dont need fcc on the sender side.
java.util.Properties has method storeToXml() For code sample you can use this link.. This is very simple
http://www.mkyong.com/java/how-to-store-properties-into-xml-file/