How To Fix DMEE356 - Node &1: Invalid constant value &2 because data type of node is numeric

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 356

• Message text: Node &1: Invalid constant value &2 because data type of node is numeric

What causes this issue?

Node &V1& has a numeric data data type. The constant source value &V2&
is not a valid source value for this data type.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Change the data type of the node or change the constant source value.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE356 - Node &1: Invalid constant value &2 because data type of node is numeric ?

  The SAP error message DMEE356 indicates that there is an issue with a constant value defined in a DMEE (Data Medium Exchange Engine) node. Specifically, the error states that the constant value is invalid because the data type of the node is numeric, but the constant value provided is not compatible with that data type.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The node in question is defined to accept numeric values, but the constant value assigned to it is either a string or contains non-numeric characters (e.g., letters, special characters).
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the DMEE tree may have been set up incorrectly, leading to the assignment of an inappropriate constant value.
  Leading/Trailing Spaces: Sometimes, leading or trailing spaces in the constant value can cause it to be interpreted as a non-numeric value.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Node Configuration: Review the configuration of the DMEE node to ensure that it is set up to accept the correct data type. If the node is supposed to be numeric, ensure that the constant value assigned is indeed a numeric value.
  Correct Constant Value: If the constant value is incorrect, update it to a valid numeric value. Ensure that it does not contain any non-numeric characters.
  Remove Spaces: If there are any leading or trailing spaces in the constant value, remove them to ensure that the value is recognized as numeric.
  Test the Configuration: After making the necessary changes, test the DMEE configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  DMEE Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for DMEE for detailed information on how to configure nodes and set constant values correctly.
  Data Types in DMEE: Familiarize yourself with the different data types supported in DMEE and how they should be used in node configurations.
  Debugging Tools: Use SAP debugging tools to trace the execution of the DMEE process and identify where the error is occurring if the issue persists after making changes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DMEE356 error and ensure that your DMEE configuration is functioning correctly.