How To Fix VSCE602 - Source code of dependency not found: &1 &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VSCE - Messages for SCE

• Message number: 602

• Message text: Source code of dependency not found: &1 &2 &3 &4

What causes this issue?

Referenced dependency &v1& does not have a source text for date &v2&.
This indicates inconsistencies in the knowledge base.

System Response

Error message during download.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VSCE602 - Source code of dependency not found: &1 &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message VSCE602 indicates that the source code of a dependency could not be found. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's transport management system or when dealing with ABAP development objects. The placeholders &1, &2, &3, and &4 in the error message represent specific details about the missing dependency, such as the object type, object name, and possibly the transport request.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Transport Request: The object or dependency may not have been included in the transport request, leading to its absence in the target system.
  Incorrect Object Name: The object name or type specified in the error message may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Inconsistent System State: The source code may have been deleted or not properly imported into the system.
  Development Environment Issues: If you are working in a development environment, the object may not have been activated or saved correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Transport Requests: Verify that the transport request containing the missing object has been released and imported into the target system.
  Verify Object Existence: Use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the object exists in the system.
  Re-import the Transport: If the transport request is missing or incomplete, you may need to re-import it or create a new transport request that includes the necessary objects.
  Check for Activation: Ensure that the object has been activated in the development environment. If not, activate it and try again.
  Consult Logs: Check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate why the object is missing.
  Contact Basis Team: If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team to investigate further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE01 (Transport Organizer), SE09 (Workbench Organizer), and SE10 (Customizing Organizer) for managing transport requests.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on transport management and ABAP development to understand best practices for managing dependencies and transports.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VSCE602 error and implement a solution to resolve it.