How To Fix CM_CBESCOM_INB003 - ESComXML file is empty; import request will not be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_CBESCOM_INB - Message Class for ESComXML Inbound Processing

• Message number: 003

• Message text: ESComXML file is empty; import request will not be created

What causes this issue?

The ESComXML file has no content and is empty.

System Response

The ESComXML file is not uploaded. The system will not create an import
request.

How to fix this error?

Upload a valid ESComXML file.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_CBESCOM_INB003 - ESComXML file is empty; import request will not be created ?

  The SAP error message CM_CBESCOM_INB003 indicates that the ESComXML file is empty, which prevents the import request from being created. This error typically occurs in the context of data import processes, particularly when dealing with external systems or interfaces that are supposed to send data to SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Empty Source File: The source file that is supposed to be processed is empty or not properly populated with data.
  File Transfer Issues: There may have been issues during the file transfer process, leading to an incomplete or empty file being received.
  Incorrect File Path: The system may be looking for the file in the wrong directory or location, resulting in an empty or non-existent file being processed.
  Data Generation Issues: If the data is generated by an external system, there may be issues in that system that prevent the data from being created or exported correctly.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system or the interface settings that lead to the file not being populated correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the Source File: Verify that the source ESComXML file is not empty and contains the expected data. If it is empty, investigate the source of the data to ensure it is being generated correctly.
  Review File Transfer Logs: Check the logs for the file transfer process to identify any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transfer.
  Validate File Path: Ensure that the file path specified in the configuration is correct and that the file is located in the expected directory.
  Test Data Generation: If the data is generated by an external system, perform tests to ensure that the data is being created and exported correctly.
  Check Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in SAP related to the import process to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in the data import process to catch and log issues when they occur, which can help in troubleshooting.
  
  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 to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SM37 to check job logs or SLG1 to view application logs for more detailed error messages.
  Documentation: Refer to the relevant SAP documentation for the specific module or interface you are working with to understand the expected data format and requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.