How To Fix COM_PME_PARSER046 - Attribute description with master data reference expected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PME_PARSER - Configuration

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Attribute description with master data reference expected

What causes this issue?

After the keyword 'MDATA', which indicates a reference to master data
from the object dependency, you can only enter an object attribute.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check the expression at the cursor and make the necessary corrections.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PME_PARSER046 - Attribute description with master data reference expected ?

  The SAP error message COM_PME_PARSER046 indicates that there is an issue with the attribute description in the context of master data reference. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Product Master or similar data management scenarios, where the system expects a specific format or reference for attributes related to master data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Attribute Description: The attribute description that is expected is either missing or does not match the required format or reference.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data that lead to the system being unable to parse the attribute correctly.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the master data or the attributes may not be set up correctly, leading to this error.
  Data Import Issues: If you are importing data (e.g., via a data upload or migration), the source data may not conform to the expected structure.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Attribute Definitions: Verify that the attribute definitions in the