How To Fix CM_CBESCOM_INB159 - ESComXML file does not exist in document &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 159

• Message text: ESComXML file does not exist in document &1

What causes this issue?

The system could not read the ESComXML file. The file does not exist in
document &V1& in <DS:TRAN.CV03N>Document Management</>.

System Response

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

INCLUDE EHSPRC_ESCOM_INB_STOP OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_SYSADMIN1 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

Check whether document &V1& contains an ESComXML file in the
<DS:TRAN.CV03N>Document Management System</> in original file 1
(application ZIP or XML).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_CBESCOM_INB159 - ESComXML file does not exist in document &1 ?

  The SAP error message CM_CBESCOM_INB159 indicates that the ESComXML file does not exist for the specified document. This error typically occurs in the context of electronic data interchange (EDI) or when dealing with external communication in SAP systems, particularly in scenarios involving inbound processing of documents.
  Cause:
  
  File Not Generated: The ESComXML file may not have been generated due to a failure in the preceding process or an error in the configuration.
  Incorrect Path: The system may be looking for the file in the wrong directory or path.
  File Deletion: The file may have been deleted or moved after it was generated.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to the document processing or file handling.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process may not have the necessary permissions to access the file.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check File Generation: Verify if the ESComXML file was generated successfully. You may need to check the logs or the process that is supposed to create this file.
  Verify File Path: Ensure that the system is looking for the file in the correct directory. Check the configuration settings for the file path.
  Reprocess the Document: If the file was not generated, you may need to reprocess the document that should have created the ESComXML file.
  Check for Deletion: Investigate if the file was accidentally deleted or moved. If so, restore it from backup if available.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the document processing and ensure they are set up correctly.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to access the file.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to check for any related logs that might provide more context on the error.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the documentation related to the specific module or process you are working with, as it may provide insights into common issues and their resolutions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.