I've used an analog XLR in place of a digital XLR temporarily several times with no problems.
Digital XLR vs. Analog XLR - Balanced Cables
What is the difference between a digital XLR/balanced cable and an analog XLR/balanced cable?
What if I used an analog XLR/Balanced cable to carry a digital signal from the digital output of one device to the digital input of another device?
Any risks/damage, etc. . .
What if I used an analog XLR/Balanced cable to carry a digital signal from the digital output of one device to the digital input of another device?
Any risks/damage, etc. . .