How To Fix DMEE359 - Sort field &1: data type &2 not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 359

• Message text: Sort field &1: data type &2 not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE359 - Sort field &1: data type &2 not allowed ?

  The SAP error message DMEE359 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the Data Medium Exchange Engine (DMEE) in SAP. Specifically, it points to a problem with a sort field that has an invalid data type. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Data Type: The error occurs when a sort field is defined with a data type that is not allowed for sorting. For example, certain data types like character strings or long texts may not be suitable for sorting operations.
  Configuration Issues: The DMEE configuration might have been set up incorrectly, leading to the use of unsupported data types in the sort fields.
  Field Mappings: If the field mappings in the DMEE tree are not correctly defined, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Sort Field Configuration:
  
  Go to the DMEE tree structure where the sort field is defined.
  Verify the data type of the sort field. Ensure that it is a valid type for sorting (e.g., numeric or date types are typically allowed).
  If the data type is incorrect, change it to a supported type.
  
  
  
  Review DMEE Tree Structure:
  
  Open the DMEE tree in transaction code DMEE.
  Navigate to the relevant node where the sort field is defined.
  Check the properties of the sort field and ensure that it adheres to the allowed data types.
  
  
  
  Adjust Field Mappings:
  
  If the sort field is derived from another field, ensure that the source field has a compatible data type.
  Modify the mapping if necessary to ensure that the data type aligns with the requirements for sorting.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the DMEE configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  Generate the output file again to confirm that the sorting works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction code DMEE to access the DMEE configuration.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for DMEE to understand the allowed data types and configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to DMEE and sorting fields.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.