How To Fix COM_PME_DEPEDI012 - Source text cannot be saved: System error

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PME_DEPEDI - Dependency Editor Messages

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Source text cannot be saved: System error

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PME_DEPEDI012 - Source text cannot be saved: System error ?

  The SAP error message COM_PME_DEPEDI012 with the description "Source text cannot be saved: System error" typically indicates an issue related to the saving of source text in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including system configuration issues, database problems, or authorization issues.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Database Issues: There may be problems with the database that prevent the saving of data. This could include database locks, corruption, or connectivity issues.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary permissions to save source text in the system.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the source text is part of a transport request, there may be issues with the transport system.
  Temporary System Glitches: Sometimes, temporary issues in the SAP system can cause this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to save source text. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Database Check: Verify the status of the database. Check for any locks or issues that might be preventing data from being saved. You may need to consult your database administrator.
  System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that could provide more context about the issue.
  Transaction Codes: If the error occurs during a specific transaction, try to replicate the issue in a different environment (e.g., development or quality assurance) to see if it is environment-specific.
  Restart the Application Server: If the issue is due to a temporary glitch, restarting the application server may resolve the problem.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant logs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches and updates.
  System Monitoring: Use transaction ST22 (Dump Analysis) to check for any short dumps that may be related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the issue related to the error message COM_PME_DEPEDI012.