How To Fix CM_CBESCOM_INB137 - Import could not be started; check the status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Import could not be started; check the status

What causes this issue?

The system attempted to start the ESComXML data import. The current
processing status <LS>&V1&</> does not allow this.

System Response

The ESComXML data import was not executed.

How to fix this error?

You can start the ESComXML data import if the import request has the
following processing status:
<LS>Import Scheduled</>

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_INB137 - Import could not be started; check the status ?

  The SAP error message CM_CBESCOM_INB137 indicates that an import process could not be started, and it suggests checking the status for more details. This error typically occurs in the context of data import processes, such as when using SAP's Central Business Services (CBS) or during the import of transport requests.
  Possible Causes:
  
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the import from starting.
  Transport Directory Issues: The transport directory may be incorrectly set up or may contain errors.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting the import may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  Lock Entries: There may be lock entries in the system that are preventing the import from being executed.
  Background Job Issues: If the import is supposed to run as a background job, there may be issues with the job scheduling or execution.
  Network Issues: If the import involves data transfer from another system, network issues could prevent the process from starting.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction codes like SM21 or SLG1) for any related error messages that can provide more context.
  Verify Configuration: Ensure that the system configuration is correct, especially in relation to the transport management system (TMS).
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the import. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Clear Lock Entries: Use transaction SM12 to check for and clear any lock entries that may be causing the issue.
  Review Background Jobs: If the import is scheduled as a background job, check the job status in transaction SM37 to see if there are any issues.
  Check Transport Directory: Ensure that the transport directory is correctly set up and that there are no issues with the transport files.
  Network Connectivity: If applicable, check the network connectivity between systems involved in the import process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM21: System Log
  SLG1: Application Log
  SM12: Lock Entries
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SE09/SE10: Transport Organizer
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the import process and transport management for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.