How To Fix CM_CBESCOM_INB123 - Specification type &2 for the selected component is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 123

• Message text: Specification type &2 for the selected component is not supported

What causes this issue?

You have selected specification &V1& (specification type &V2&) as the
component.

System Response

Specification &V1& cannot be assigned as the component because
specification type &V3& is selected in the Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.EHS_MD_110_05_1>Specify Specification Types</>.

How to fix this error?

Select a different specification as the component. Ensure that the
specification has the type &V3&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_CBESCOM_INB123 - Specification type &2 for the selected component is not supported ?

  The SAP error message CM_CBESCOM_INB123 indicates that the specification type for a selected component is not supported in the context of the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's classification and specification management, particularly when dealing with materials, products, or components that require specific specifications or classifications.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Specification Type: The specification type you are trying to use for the selected component is not defined or is not compatible with the component in question.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the specification types are not properly set up or linked to the relevant components.
  Missing Master Data: The component may not have the necessary master data or specifications defined in the system.
  Versioning Issues: If the component has been updated or changed, the specification type may not have been updated accordingly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Specification Types: Verify the specification types available in your system and ensure that the one you are trying to use is indeed supported for the selected component.
  Review Component Configuration: Check the configuration of the component in question to ensure that it is set up correctly and that the necessary specifications are defined.
  Update Master Data: If the component is missing specifications, you may need to create or update the master data for that component to include the appropriate specification type.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources to understand the specific requirements for the specification types and components you are working with.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue or if it affects critical business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as C223 (Maintain Specification Types) or C201 (Create Material Specification) to manage specifications.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify specifications and components in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.