How To Fix 28547 - Error in compilation of dependency &1: Variable required in line &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 28 - Configuration

• Message number: 547

• Message text: Error in compilation of dependency &1: Variable required in line &2

What causes this issue?

When a dependency was read, an error was found in the compilation.

System Response

The system terminated processing of the dependency.

How to fix this error?

Check the dependency and try to correct the error in the dependency
maintenance function by doing a check and save again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 28547 - Error in compilation of dependency &1: Variable required in line &2 ?

  The SAP error message 28547, "Error in compilation of dependency &1: Variable required in line &2," typically occurs during the compilation of ABAP programs or when there are issues with the dependencies of a program or function module. This error indicates that a variable is expected in a specific line of code, but it is either missing or incorrectly defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Variable Declaration: The variable that is expected in the specified line is not declared or is not in scope.
  Incorrect Syntax: There may be a syntax error in the code that prevents the compiler from recognizing the variable.
  Dependency Issues: The program or function module may have dependencies on other objects that are not correctly defined or are missing.
  Changes in Data Dictionary: If there have been changes in the data dictionary (like changes to tables or structures), it may lead to inconsistencies in the code.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variable Declaration: Ensure that the variable mentioned in the error message is declared properly in the program. If it is a local variable, make sure it is declared in the correct scope.
  Review the Code: Look at the line number specified in the error message and check for any syntax errors or missing components. Ensure that the code is written correctly according to ABAP syntax rules.
  Check Dependencies: If the program has dependencies on other objects (like function modules, classes, or includes), ensure that those objects are active and correctly defined.
  Recompile the Program: After making the necessary changes, recompile the program to see if the error persists.
  Use Transaction SE80 or SE38: Use these transactions to navigate to the program and check for any inconsistencies or issues in the code.
  Check for Data Dictionary Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data dictionary, ensure that the program is updated accordingly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Workbench: Familiarize yourself with the ABAP Workbench (transaction SE80) to navigate and edit ABAP programs.
  Debugging: Use the debugger to step through the code and identify where the variable is expected but not found.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message, as there may be specific patches or updates that address the problem.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidelines on variable declaration and ABAP programming best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 28547 in your SAP environment.