How To Fix CM_CBESCOM104 - EC number could not be determined for specification &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 104

• Message text: EC number could not be determined for specification &1

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What causes this issue?

The system could not determine the EC number of specification &V1& as no
values exist or the <DS:DE.ESEESC_ECNUMLID>Identification listing for EC
number</> does not exist.
The specifiaction of an EC number in a specification in the ESComXML
file is optional.

System Response

The ESComXML file is generated, however the <(><<)>ECNumber> attribute
is not transferred to the ESComXML file.

How to fix this error?

You must have maintained the identifiers in specification &V1& in order
for the EC Number to be transferred to the ESComXML file.
Check if the corresponding identifiers have been maintained for the EC
Number in the specification.
Generate the report again. If the EC Number is still not available,
contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Specify the identification listing for the EC number in the Customizing
activity <DS:SIMG.EHS_ESC_SETTINGS_GEN>Specify Settings for Generating
ESComXML Files</>.
Make sure the identification listing exists in Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.EHS_MD_110_05_4>Check Identification Listing</> and
identifcation types and categories are correctly assigned.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_CBESCOM104 - EC number could not be determined for specification &1 ?

  The SAP error message CM_CBESCOM104, which states "EC number could not be determined for specification &1," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module or when dealing with product specifications in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the Environmental Compliance (EC) number associated with a specific specification.
  Causes:
  
  Missing EC Number: The specification referenced does not have an associated EC number in the system.
  Incorrect Specification: The specification ID provided may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data related to the specification.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to link specifications with their corresponding EC numbers.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Specification Data:
  
  Verify that the specification ID (&1) is correct and exists in the system.
  Ensure that the specification has been properly created and saved.
  
  
  
  Assign EC Number:
  
  If the specification is valid but lacks an EC number, you may need to assign an EC number to it. This can typically be done in the specification management area of the EHS module.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the EHS module to ensure that the system is set up to link specifications with EC numbers correctly.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run data consistency checks to identify any discrepancies in the master data that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing specifications and EC numbers.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like C223 (to manage specifications) or C201 (to create or change specifications) to investigate and resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and edit specifications and their associated data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.