How To Fix DMEE312 - Total length of all sort fields (&1) is too long

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 312

• Message text: Total length of all sort fields (&1) is too long

What causes this issue?

The total length of all sort fields is &V1& bytes. However, DMEE format
trees of type &V3& have a maximum permissible length of &V2& bytes.

System Response

Not all of the selected fields can be used as sort criteria; these
fields affect the order in which the selected records are transferred
to the file. However, these sort fields can be used as key fields (with
no restrictions).

How to fix this error?

Remove fields from the list of sort fields. Be sure to <ZH>not</>
remove any fields that are required in the format tree as key fields.

How can this happen?

For tree type PAYM, you often sort by the following criteria. To do so,
use the specified sort fields:
Sort criterion,,Sort field
Paying company code,,FPAYH-ZBUKR
House bank,,FPAYH-HBKID
House bank account/account details of requester,,FPAYHX-HKTID
Credit/debit memo,,FPAYH-XEINZ

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 DMEE312 - Total length of all sort fields (&1) is too long ?

  The SAP error message DMEE312 indicates that the total length of all sort fields specified in the Data Medium Exchange Engine (DMEE) configuration exceeds the allowed limit. This error typically occurs when you are trying to generate a file format for electronic payments or other data exports, and the configuration for sorting the data is not set up correctly.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the cumulative length of the fields defined for sorting in the DMEE tree exceeding the maximum allowed length. Each sort field contributes to the total length, and if this exceeds the system's limit, the error DMEE312 is triggered.
  Solution:
  To resolve the DMEE312 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Sort Fields: Check the DMEE configuration for the specific format you are working with. Identify all the sort fields that have been defined.
  
  
  Reduce Length: If the total length of the sort fields exceeds the limit, consider the following:
  
  Remove unnecessary sort fields.
  Use shorter fields if possible.
  Combine fields if applicable, or change the sorting logic to reduce the number of fields.
  
  
  
  Check Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific DMEE format you are using to understand the maximum allowed length for sort fields.
  
  
  Test Changes: After making adjustments to the sort fields, test the configuration again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: If the issue persists, check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional guidance or patches related to the DMEE configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  DMEE Configuration: The Data Medium Exchange Engine is used for generating payment files and other data formats. Proper configuration is crucial for successful file generation.
  Field Length Limits: Different formats may have different limits on field lengths, so it’s important to be aware of these when configuring DMEE.
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP Community or forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DMEE312 error and successfully generate your desired output format.