How To Fix DMEE142 - Node &1: Key field value &2 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMEE - Messages for Data Medium Exchange Engine

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Node &1: Key field value &2 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE142 - Node &1: Key field value &2 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message DMEE142 indicates that there is an issue with the key field value in the Data Medium Exchange (DMEE) configuration. This error typically arises when the value provided for a key field in a node does not match the expected format or is not valid according to the defined rules in the DMEE structure.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Key Field Value: The value provided for the key field in the DMEE node does not conform to the expected format or is not recognized by the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the DMEE tree structure or the mapping of fields.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may contain unexpected or incorrect values that do not match the defined key field criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Key Field Configuration:
  
  Go to the DMEE tree structure and verify the configuration of the node that is generating the error.
  Ensure that the key field is correctly defined and that the expected values are properly set.
  
  
  
  Validate Input Data:
  
  Review the data being processed to ensure that the values for the key fields are valid and conform to the expected formats.
  If necessary, clean or transform the data before processing it through the DMEE.
  
  
  
  Adjust DMEE Mapping:
  
  If the key field is derived from another field, ensure that the mapping is correctly set up and that the source field contains valid data.
  Modify the DMEE tree to accommodate any changes in the data structure or requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the DMEE process with sample data to ensure that the error is resolved and that the output is as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the DMEE configuration and key field requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like DMEE to access the DMEE configuration and SE11 to check the data dictionary for the relevant tables.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on resolving this error.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DMEE142 error and implement a solution to resolve it.