How To Fix CM_CBESCOM070 - Specification &3: Identifier with category &1 (type &2) does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Specification &3: Identifier with category &1 (type &2) does not exist

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The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

What causes this issue?

The system tried to generate an ESComXML file. This was not possible
because the identifier with category &V1& and type &V2& for substance
&V3& does not exist although this is a mandatory field.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Create the identifier with category &V1& and type &V2& for substance
&V3&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_CBESCOM070 - Specification &3: Identifier with category &1 (type &2) does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CM_CBESCOM070 indicates that there is an issue with a specification identifier in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module or when dealing with product specifications in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error message "Specification &3: Identifier with category &1 (type &2) does not exist" suggests that the system is unable to find a specification that is expected to exist based on the provided parameters. The placeholders (&1, &2, &3) represent:
  
  &1: The category of the identifier (e.g., material, substance).
  &2: The type of the identifier (e.g., specification type).
  &3: The actual specification identifier that is being referenced.
  
  Common causes for this error include:
  
  The specification identifier does not exist in the database.
  The specification has been deleted or is inactive.
  There is a typo or incorrect entry in the specification identifier.
  The specification is not assigned to the correct category or type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify the Specification Identifier:
  
  Check if the specification identifier (&3) exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., using transaction codes like C202 for specifications) and searching for the identifier.
  
  
  
  Check the Category and Type:
  
  Ensure that the category (&1) and type (&2) of the specification are correctly defined and that the identifier is associated with the correct category and type.
  
  
  
  Review Deletion or Inactivity:
  
  If the specification was recently deleted or marked as inactive, you may need to restore it or create a new specification.
  
  
  
  Correct Any Typos:
  
  Double-check for any typographical errors in the specification identifier or the parameters being passed to the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to specifications in the EHS module for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing specifications, such as C202 (Manage Specifications) or C223 (Display Specifications).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or manage specifications in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CM_CBESCOM070 error message in SAP.