How To Fix CM_CBESCOM_INB066 - Mandatory section '&1' does not exist in parent section '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Mandatory section '&1' does not exist in parent section '&2'

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

The <DS:DE.ESEESC_FILE_STATUS>file status</> of the ESComXML file is set
to Checked with Errors. The <DS:DE.ESEESC_INB_PROC_STATUS_ICON>
processing status</> of the import request is set to Check Failed.
ELSE
The <DS:DE.ESEESC_FILE_STATUS>file status</> of the ESComXML file is set
to Checked with Warnings. The <DS:DE.ESEESC_INB_PROC_STATUS_ICON>
processing status</> of the import request is set to Check Completed.
ELSE
The <DS:DE.ESEESC_FILE_STATUS>file status</> of the ESComXML file is set
to Checked Successfully. The <DS:DE.ESEESC_INB_PROC_STATUS_ICON>
processing status</> of the import request is set to Check Completed.

How to fix this error?

You can process the data from the ESComXML file when the file status of
the file is set to Checked Successfully or Checked with Warning. The
file status is set based on the message type for the check.
If you want to process the ESComXML file anyway, assign the Warning,
Information, or No Execution message type to the mandatory attribute is
empty check in the Customizing activity <DS:SIMG.ESEESCC_INBMSG>Specify
Message Types for Import Preparation</>.
ELSE
The file status is set based on the message type for the check.
If you do not want to process the ESComXML file, assign the Error
message type to the mandatory attribute is empty check in the Cust
omizing activity <DS:SIMG.ESEESCC_INBMSG>Specify Message Types for
Import Preparation</>. The system sets the file status to Checked with
Errors and the file cannot be processed.
You can delete the ESComXML file.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_CBESCOM_INB066 - Mandatory section '&1' does not exist in parent section '&2' ?

  The SAP error message CM_CBESCOM_INB066 indicates that a mandatory section is missing in the parent section of a configuration or data structure. This error typically arises in the context of configuration management, especially when dealing with data imports or exports, such as in the context of Business Configuration Sets (BC Sets) or other configuration-related activities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration Data: The error suggests that a required section (denoted as &1) is not present in the parent section (denoted as &2). This could happen if the configuration data was not properly defined or if there was an error during the data import process.
  Incorrect Data Structure: The data structure being used may not align with the expected format, leading to missing mandatory sections.
  Version Mismatch: If there are version differences between the source and target systems, certain mandatory sections may not be recognized or may not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration Data: Review the configuration data to ensure that all mandatory sections are defined correctly. You may need to refer to the documentation or configuration guidelines for the specific module or area you are working with.
  Validate Data Structure: Ensure that the data structure you are using matches the expected format. This may involve checking the schema or structure definitions in the SAP system.
  Import Process Review: If this error occurred during an import process, check the import logs for any additional errors or warnings that may provide more context. You may need to re-export or re-import the data.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  Testing in a Development Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a development or test environment to troubleshoot without affecting production data.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation related to the specific module or functionality you are working with.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in diagnosing or fixing configuration issues (e.g., SPRO for configuration settings).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.