How To Fix COM_PME_PARSER501 - Error in dependency processing: condition &1 is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PME_PARSER - Configuration

• Message number: 501

• Message text: Error in dependency processing: condition &1 is empty

What causes this issue?

The system attempted to evaluate an empty condition during dependency
processing.

System Response

Processing was cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Check the specified condition.

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_PARSER501 - Error in dependency processing: condition &1 is empty ?

  The SAP error message COM_PME_PARSER501 indicates that there is an issue with dependency processing, specifically that a condition is empty. This error typically arises in the context of condition-based pricing or when working with condition records in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Condition Record: The most common cause is that a required condition record is missing or not maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the pricing procedure or the condition types.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing values in the relevant fields that are required for processing.
  Custom Logic: If there is custom logic implemented (e.g., user exits, BAdIs), it might be causing the condition to be evaluated incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Records: 
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., VK11 for creating condition records) and verify that the necessary condition records are created and active.
  Ensure that the condition type in question is properly maintained for the relevant combination of key fields (e.g., customer, material, etc.).
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Check the pricing procedure assigned to the sales document or purchasing document. Ensure that the condition types are correctly configured and that there are no missing entries.
  Use transaction code V/08 to review and adjust the pricing procedure if necessary.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the pricing logic to identify where the condition is being evaluated and why it is empty.
  Use transaction SE80 or SE37 to analyze any custom code that might be affecting the pricing logic.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Inconsistencies:
  
  Run consistency checks on the relevant master data (e.g., customer master, material master) to ensure that all necessary fields are populated.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific condition type or pricing procedure for any known issues or additional configuration steps.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs and any relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  VK11, VK12 (Condition Records)
  V/08 (Pricing Procedure)
  SE80 (Object Navigator for debugging)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community or other forums for similar issues reported by other users, as they may provide insights or solutions that worked for them.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.