How To Fix DMEE160 - Variable & is deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Variable & is deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE160 - Variable & is deleted ?

  The SAP error message DMEE160, which states "Variable & is deleted," typically occurs in the context of the Data Medium Exchange Engine (DMEE) when working with payment formats or other data medium formats. This error indicates that a variable that is being referenced in your DMEE format has been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Variable: The variable referenced in the DMEE format has been deleted from the DMEE tree or configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The DMEE format may be incorrectly configured, leading to references to non-existent variables.
  Transport Issues: If the DMEE format was transported from one system to another, the variable may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DMEE Configuration:
  
  Go to the DMEE transaction (usually transaction code DMEE).
  Open the relevant DMEE tree and check for the variable that is causing the error.
  If the variable is indeed deleted, you will need to either restore it or modify the DMEE tree to remove references to the deleted variable.
  
  
  
  Restore Deleted Variable:
  
  If the variable was deleted accidentally, you may need to recreate it. Ensure that the variable is defined correctly in the DMEE tree.
  
  
  
  Update References:
  
  If the variable is no longer needed, update the DMEE format to remove any references to it. This may involve modifying the logic in the DMEE tree.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects, including variables, were included in the transport.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to DMEE for any specific guidance on handling variables and formats.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  DMEE - Data Medium Exchange Engine configuration.
  OBPM1 - Payment Medium Workbench for payment formats.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on DMEE configurations.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, always test the DMEE format to ensure that it works as expected and that the error message no longer appears.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DMEE160 error and ensure that your DMEE configurations are correct and functional.