How To Fix COM_PME_PARSER514 - Error in dependency processing: dependency &1, function &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PME_PARSER - Configuration

• Message number: 514

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

What causes this issue?

When a dependency was read, a timeout error occurred in an external
function module.

System Response

The system terminated processing of the dependency.

How to fix this error?

Please check the function module which triggered the timeout.

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_PARSER514 - Error in dependency processing: dependency &1, function &2 ?

  The SAP error message COM_PME_PARSER514 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 different objects 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 dependencies or the functions involved.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the dependencies or the functions.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or process the specified dependency or function.
  System Bugs: There may be bugs in the SAP system that lead to this error under certain conditions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the COM_PME_PARSER514 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 related to the dependencies and functions involved. Make sure they are set up correctly according to your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a data consistency check to identify any inconsistencies in the data related to the dependencies or functions.
  Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to inspect the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the dependencies and functions involved.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program flow to identify where the error occurs and what might be causing it.
  
  
  
  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 details and any relevant context to help them diagnose the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for checking definitions and configurations.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Product Master and dependency management for additional insights.
  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 cause of the COM_PME_PARSER514 error in your SAP system.