How To Fix COM_PME_PARSER004 - Dependency cannot be checked because there are too many errors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PME_PARSER - Configuration

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Dependency cannot be checked because there are too many errors

What causes this issue?

When checking dependencies, there is an upper limit for the number of
errors shown to the user. If this limit is exceeded, the system classes
the dependency as being "uncheckable".

System Response

The system recognizes that the dependency is incorrect. It does not
display any detailed errors.

How to fix this error?

Check that the source text has the form of a valid dependency. Check
the parts of the dependency individually by first of all hiding the
other parts.

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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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PME_PARSER004 - Dependency cannot be checked because there are too many errors ?

  The SAP error message COM_PME_PARSER004 indicates that the system is unable to check dependencies due to an excessive number of errors encountered during the parsing of a particular object or configuration. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Product Master or similar areas where dependencies and relationships between objects are crucial.
  Causes:
  
  Syntax Errors: There may be syntax errors in the configuration or data that prevent the system from processing it correctly.
  Inconsistent Data: The data being processed may be inconsistent or incomplete, leading to multiple errors.
  Complex Dependencies: The object may have complex dependencies that are not being resolved correctly, resulting in a cascade of errors.
  System Limitations: The system may have limitations on the number of errors it can handle before it stops processing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Error Log: Check the detailed error log to identify specific errors that are causing the issue. This can often be found in transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) or ST22 (Dump Analysis).
  Correct Syntax Errors: Go through the configuration or data and correct any syntax errors or inconsistencies.
  Simplify Dependencies: If possible, simplify the dependencies or break down the configuration into smaller parts to isolate the errors.
  Test in Smaller Batches: If you are processing a large amount of data, try processing it in smaller batches to identify where the errors are occurring.
  Use Debugging Tools: Utilize debugging tools available in SAP to step through the processing and identify where the errors are being generated.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) to analyze the objects involved.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific module you are working with, as they may provide additional insights or patches.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issues causing the COM_PME_PARSER004 error in SAP.