How To Fix CM_CBESCOM004 - ESComXML file is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_CBESCOM - Message Class for ESComXML Outbound Processing

• Message number: 004

• Message text: ESComXML file is empty

Zugeh?rige Nachricht Nummer 079
Schirmnachricht Nummer 081

What causes this issue?

The ESComXML file has no content and is empty.

System Response

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_SYSADMIN1 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

In the active enhancement implementation for the
<DS:SIMG.ESCOM_INTEGRATION>Enhancement for Generating and Shipping
ESComXML Files</> BAdI (BADI_EHSS_ADDITIONAL_DOCUMENT), check the
following method in the <DS:TRAN.SE18>BAdI Builder</>:
BAdI method: GENERATE_DOCUMENT
Export parameter EV_RAW_ESCOM_XML must be filled.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_CBESCOM004 - ESComXML file is empty ?

  The SAP error message CM_CBESCOM004 indicating that the ESComXML file is empty typically arises in the context of SAP's Enterprise Services Communication (ESCom) framework. This error suggests that the system is attempting to process an XML file that is expected to contain data, but the file is either empty or not properly formatted.
  Causes:
  
  File Generation Issues: The XML file may not have been generated correctly due to issues in the preceding steps of the process.
  Data Availability: There may be no data available to populate the XML file, leading to an empty output.
  File Path Issues: The system may be looking in the wrong directory for the XML file, or the file may have been deleted or moved.
  Permissions: Insufficient permissions to read the file or access the directory where the file is located.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the ESCom or related components may lead to the generation of an empty file.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check File Generation: Verify the process that generates the ESComXML file. Ensure that it is functioning correctly and that it produces the expected output.
  Data Verification: Ensure that there is data available for processing. If the source data is empty, the XML file will also be empty.
  File Path Validation: Confirm that the file path specified in the configuration is correct and that the file exists in that location.
  Permissions Check: Ensure that the user or service account running the process has the necessary permissions to access the file and directory.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the ESCom and related components to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Error Logs: Review the application and system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for ESCom and related components to understand the expected behavior and configuration settings.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.