How To Fix VC2OD_SP013 - Syntax errors were found for dependency &1 while status is released

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VC2OD_SP - VC Dependency Editor Messages from SP level

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Syntax errors were found for dependency &1 while status is released

What causes this issue?

The syntax check found syntax errors for dependency &V1&. The system
also found that the status of dependency &V1& is <LS>released</>. It is
not possible to save a dependency which has syntax errors with status
<LS>released</> .

System Response

If you save dependencies with syntax errors, the status of the
dependency will automatically be set to <LS>locked</>.

How to fix this error?

Check the list of errors on the <LS>Dependency Editor</> tab.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VC2OD_SP013 - Syntax errors were found for dependency &1 while status is released ?

  The SAP error message VC2OD_SP013 indicates that there are syntax errors in a dependency while its status is set to "released." This typically occurs in the context of variant configuration, where dependencies are used to control the behavior of configurable materials.
  Cause:
  
  Syntax Errors: The most common cause of this error is that there are syntax errors in the dependency code. This could be due to incorrect syntax, missing operators, or invalid expressions.
  Dependency Status: The dependency is in a "released" status, which means it should be error-free. However, if it was released with existing syntax errors, this error will be triggered.
  Changes in Related Objects: If there have been changes to related objects (like characteristics or classes) that the dependency relies on, it may lead to syntax errors.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dependency Syntax:
  
  Go to the dependency in the configuration profile and check the syntax. You can do this by using the "Check" function in the dependency editor.
  Look for any highlighted errors or warnings and correct them.
  
  
  
  Re-Release the Dependency:
  
  After correcting the syntax errors, you may need to change the status of the dependency back to "in development" and then re-release it.
  
  
  
  Review Related Objects:
  
  Ensure that all characteristics, classes, and other dependencies that the current dependency relies on are correctly defined and do not have any errors.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  You can use transaction codes like CU01 (for creating dependencies) or CU02 (for changing dependencies) to access and modify the dependencies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the dependency works as expected without any errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on variant configuration and dependencies for detailed guidelines on writing and managing dependencies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights or similar cases.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VC2OD_SP013 error and ensure that your dependencies are functioning correctly.