How To Fix CM_CBESCOM_INB004 - File format '&1' is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 004

• Message text: File format '&1' is not supported

What causes this issue?

You have selected a file with the file format <LS>&V1&</>. Files with
the format <LS>&V1&</> are not supported and cannot be uploaded.

System Response

The system does not upload the file. The system does not create a new
import request.

How to fix this error?

Select a file with the file format <LS>XML</><ZK></>. Use the input
help.
If the format of your file is a compressed file format, such as a <LS>
ZIP</> file, you need to decompress the file before you upload it.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_CBESCOM_INB004 - File format '&1' is not supported ?

  The SAP error message CM_CBESCOM_INB004 indicates that the file format specified (denoted by &1) is not supported by the system for the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically occurs in the context of data import or file processing within SAP, particularly in scenarios involving file uploads or data exchange.
  Causes:
  
  Unsupported File Format: The file you are trying to upload or process is in a format that SAP does not recognize or support. Common formats include CSV, XML, or specific proprietary formats.
  Incorrect File Extension: The file may have the correct content but an incorrect file extension, leading SAP to misinterpret the format.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be configured to handle the specific file format you are trying to use. This could be due to missing configuration settings or incorrect mappings.
  Version Mismatch: The version of the file format may not be compatible with the version of the SAP application you are using.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check File Format: Ensure that the file you are trying to upload is in a supported format. Refer to the SAP documentation or the specific module's guidelines to confirm the acceptable formats.
  Rename File Extension: If the file is in a supported format but has an incorrect extension, rename the file to the correct extension.
  Convert File Format: If the file is in an unsupported format, consider converting it to a supported format using appropriate tools or software.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in SAP related to file processing. Ensure that the necessary settings for the file format you are using are correctly configured.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific module documentation for details on supported file formats and any additional requirements.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Testing: If possible, test with a different file that is known to be in a supported format to determine if the issue is with the specific file you are using.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.