How to Fix Missing Dependency in OpenClaw Skills

Dependency issues are predictable if you check the right layer.

Use this flow to fix quickly and avoid repeated failures.

1) Capture exact failure string

Collect full error text first:

• command not found
• No such file or directory
• import/module resolution errors

Do not fix from memory.

2) Run dependency preflight checks

command -v <required-cli>
<required-cli> --version

For script dependencies:

ls -l <script-path>

3) Compare local vs target runtime

When failures differ by environment, compare:

• shell availability
• installed binary paths
• permission policy

Most "server-only" issues come from this gap.

4) Add a safe fallback path

If dependency is unavailable, define fallback behavior:

• skip optional step
• return clear remediation message
• avoid destructive partial execution

5) Verify after fix

Run:

1. dry-run task
2. one realistic task
3. edge-case task with missing optional input

Only then mark as resolved.

Rollback triggers

• dependency fix introduces new runtime instability
• target environment still fails after two controlled retries
• toolchain mismatch cannot be resolved within risk budget

Related:

• Skill Installed but Not Triggered? Full Fix Checklist
• How to Fix OpenClaw Skill Permission Denied