How To Fix DMEE387 - Error in checks for node &1: reference ID &2 not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 387

• Message text: Error in checks for node &1: reference ID &2 not permitted

What causes this issue?

You have entered type <zh>3</> in the checks, meaning that the argument
is a reference ID. However, the entry in the argument fields is not an
existing reference ID.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE387 - Error in checks for node &1: reference ID &2 not permitted ?

  The SAP error message DMEE387 typically occurs in the context of the Data Medium Exchange Engine (DMEE) when there is an issue with the configuration of the DMEE tree or the data being processed. This error indicates that there is a problem with a reference ID that is not permitted for a specific node in the DMEE structure.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Reference ID: The reference ID specified in the DMEE tree does not match the expected values or is not allowed for the node in question.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the DMEE tree, such as incorrect settings for the node or the reference ID.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may not conform to the expected format or structure, leading to the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DMEE Configuration:
  
  Go to the DMEE tree in transaction code DMEE.
  Locate the node specified in the error message and check its configuration.
  Ensure that the reference ID is correctly defined and is permitted for that node.
  
  
  
  Validate Reference IDs:
  
  Review the list of valid reference IDs for the node in question.
  Make sure that the reference ID being used in the data processing is included in the allowed list.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Input:
  
  If the error is related to the data being processed, review the input data to ensure it meets the expected criteria.
  Correct any discrepancies in the data that may lead to the error.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the DMEE tree again to see if the error persists.
  Use the test functionality in the DMEE transaction to validate the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the DMEE tree structure and valid reference IDs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: DMEE (Data Medium Exchange Engine), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DMEE387 error and implement a solution to resolve it.