How To Fix COM_PME_PARSER511 - Error in dependency processing: dependency &1, function &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PME_PARSER - Configuration

• Message number: 511

• Message text: Error in dependency processing: dependency &1, function &2

What causes this issue?

In a dependency, a mathematical function with an invalid argument was
called.

System Response

Dependency processing determined the result of the numeric calculation
as UNKNOWN and continued processing.

How to fix this error?

Check the formulae used in your dependency.

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_PARSER511 - Error in dependency processing: dependency &1, function &2 ?

  The SAP error message COM_PME_PARSER511 indicates that there is an issue with dependency processing in the context of a specific function or dependency. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Product Master or similar modules where dependencies between products or functions are defined.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Dependencies: The dependency specified in the error message may not exist or may not be properly defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the product or function that is causing the dependency processing to fail.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the dependencies, such as incorrect or incomplete entries.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or process the specified dependencies or functions.
  System Bugs: There may be bugs or issues in the SAP system that are causing the error to occur.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the COM_PME_PARSER511 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dependency Definition:
  
  Verify that the dependency specified in the error message exists and is correctly defined in the system.
  Ensure that all required fields and parameters for the dependency are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the product or function related to the error. Ensure that all settings are correct and complete.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data associated with the dependencies. Look for any inconsistencies or missing information that could be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access and process the dependencies.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes or Knowledge Base Articles (KBAs) that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that may resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program flow to identify where the error is occurring and gather more information about the context of the error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context to help them diagnose the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to access the relevant configuration or data (e.g., CS01, CS02 for creating or changing BOMs).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Product Master, dependencies, and configuration to ensure you are following best practices.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the COM_PME_PARSER511 error in your SAP system.