How To Fix /UI5/APP_API004 - Error while parsing component.js file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI5/APP_API -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Error while parsing component.js file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI5/APP_API004 - Error while parsing component.js file ?

  The SAP error message /UI5/APP_API004 Error while parsing component.js file typically indicates that there is an issue with the component.js file of a UI5 application. This error can arise due to various reasons, including syntax errors, incorrect file structure, or issues with the configuration of the application.
  Causes:
  
  Syntax Errors: The most common cause is a syntax error in the component.js file. This could be due to missing brackets, commas, or incorrect JavaScript syntax.
  Incorrect File Structure: The component.js file may not be structured correctly according to the UI5 framework's requirements.
  Missing Dependencies: If the component.js file references other modules or libraries that are not available or incorrectly defined, it can lead to parsing errors.
  Version Compatibility: Using features or syntax that are not supported in the version of UI5 being used can also cause parsing issues.
  Encoding Issues: If the file is saved with an incorrect encoding (e.g., UTF-8 with BOM), it may lead to parsing errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Syntax: Review the component.js file for any syntax errors. Use a JavaScript linter or an IDE with syntax highlighting to help identify issues.
  Validate Structure: Ensure that the component.js file follows the correct structure as per the UI5 documentation. It should define a component class and include necessary metadata.
  Check Dependencies: Verify that all required modules and libraries are correctly defined and available. Ensure that paths are correct and that there are no typos.
  Update UI5 Version: If you are using features that are not supported in your current version of UI5, consider updating to a newer version that supports those features.
  File Encoding: Ensure that the component.js file is saved with the correct encoding (preferably UTF-8 without BOM). You can change the encoding in your text editor or IDE.
  Debugging Tools: Use browser developer tools to check for additional error messages in the console that may provide more context about the parsing issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP UI5 Documentation: Refer to the official SAP UI5 documentation for guidelines on creating and structuring UI5 applications.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to seek help from other developers who may have encountered similar issues.
  Version Control: If you are using version control (like Git), check the history of changes made to the component.js file to identify recent modifications that may have introduced the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the parsing error in your component.js file.