How To Fix SD_DRUL035 - No dependency rule found on database for name &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_DRUL - Messages for dependency rules

• Message number: 035

• Message text: No dependency rule found on database for name &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_DRUL035 - No dependency rule found on database for name &1 ?

  The SAP error message SD_DRUL035 indicates that there is no dependency rule found in the database for the specified name (represented by &1). This error typically occurs in the context of Sales and Distribution (SD) when the system is trying to access or apply a dependency rule that has not been defined or is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Dependency Rule: The most common cause is that the dependency rule you are trying to use has not been created or is not active in the system.
  Incorrect Rule Name: The name of the dependency rule being referenced may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the system that prevent the rule from being recognized.
  Transport Issues: If the dependency rule was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dependency Rule:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., OVD1 for dependency rules) and verify if the dependency rule with the specified name exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it or ensure that it is properly defined.
  
  
  
  Verify Rule Name:
  
  Double-check the name of the dependency rule being used in your configuration or transaction. Ensure that it matches exactly with what is defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Activate the Rule:
  
  If the rule exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can usually be done in the same transaction where you check for the rule.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to dependency rules in the Sales and Distribution module to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the rule was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure that it was transported successfully without errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on how to create and manage dependency rules.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OVD1 (for dependency rules) and OVD2 (for displaying dependency rules).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.