How To Fix DMEE373 - Node &1: constant missing, source value overwritten with initial value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 373

• Message text: Node &1: constant missing, source value overwritten with initial value

What causes this issue?

The mapping procedure <ZK>Structure Field</> is specified for this
node, and the <LS>Overwrite Source Value with Following Constant</>
indicator is set. However, you have not entered a constant.

System Response

The system overwrites the source value with an initial value.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE373 - Node &1: constant missing, source value overwritten with initial value ?

  The SAP error message DMEE373 indicates that there is a problem with the Data Medium Exchange (DMEE) configuration, specifically related to a node in the DMEE tree. The message states that a constant is missing for a particular node, and as a result, the source value is being overwritten with its initial value.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Constant: The error typically occurs when a constant value that is expected to be defined for a specific node in the DMEE tree is not provided. This can happen if:
  
  The constant is not defined in the DMEE configuration.
  The constant is incorrectly referenced or misspelled.
  The node is configured to use a constant that has not been set up.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Node Configuration: The node may be incorrectly configured to expect a constant value that is not available or is not applicable in the current context.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DMEE Configuration:
  
  Go to the DMEE tree configuration in SAP (transaction code DMEE).
  Locate the specific node mentioned in the error message (Node &1).
  Verify if a constant is defined for that node. If not, you need to define it.
  
  
  
  Define the Constant:
  
  If the constant is missing, you can add it by:
  
  Selecting the node in the DMEE tree.
  Adding a constant value in the properties of the node.
  Ensure that the constant is correctly referenced and spelled.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Node Logic:
  
  Ensure that the logic of the node is correct and that it is set up to handle the data as intended.
  If the node is supposed to derive its value from another source, ensure that the source is correctly configured and available.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the DMEE configuration to ensure that the error is resolved and that the output is generated as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction code DMEE to access the DMEE tree configuration.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on configuring DMEE trees and handling constants.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools or logs to trace the data flow and identify where the configuration might be failing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DMEE373 error and ensure that your DMEE configuration works correctly.