How To Fix VC2OD_BO037 - Dependency type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VC2OD_BO - Message Class for Object Dependency BO

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Dependency type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VC2OD_BO037 - Dependency type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message VC2OD_BO037, which states "Dependency type &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of variant configuration or when working with dependencies in SAP. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a dependency type that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Dependency Type: The specified dependency type (represented by &1) has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a typo or incorrect reference in the configuration settings where the dependency type is being called.
  Transport Issues: If the dependency type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included or activated properly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the dependency type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dependency Types: 
  
  Go to the transaction code CU01 (Create Dependency) or CU02 (Change Dependency) to check if the dependency type exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it or correct the reference in your configuration.
  
  
  
  Correct Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings where the dependency type is being referenced. Ensure that the name is spelled correctly and matches the existing dependency types.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the dependency type was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was included and successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the dependency types. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on how to create and manage dependency types in variant configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CU01, CU02, CU03 (for creating, changing, and displaying dependencies).
  CU50 (for managing variant configuration).
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  
  SAP Community: 
  
  Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.