How To Fix DMEE396 - Node &1: segment does not have level 1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 396

• Message text: Node &1: segment does not have level 1

What causes this issue?

Node &V1& is the first segment in the tree, but it has level &V2&.

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?

Check the level; the tree must contain at least one segment with the
level 1.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE396 - Node &1: segment does not have level 1 ?

  The SAP error message DMEE396 indicates that there is an issue with the Data Medium Exchange Engine (DMEE) configuration, specifically related to the hierarchical structure of the segments in the DMEE tree. The error message states that a particular node (segment) does not have a level 1 segment, which is required for the proper functioning of the DMEE structure.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Level 1 Segment: The segment that is being referenced does not have a corresponding level 1 segment defined in the DMEE tree. Level 1 segments are typically the root segments that define the structure of the data file.
  Incorrect Hierarchical Structure: The hierarchical structure of the DMEE tree may be incorrectly configured, leading to segments being placed at the wrong levels.
  Configuration Errors: There may be errors in the configuration of the DMEE tree, such as missing or incorrectly defined nodes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DMEE Configuration:
  
  Go to the DMEE transaction (transaction code: DMEE).
  Review the structure of the DMEE tree and ensure that all segments are correctly defined.
  Ensure that every segment that requires a level 1 segment has one defined.
  
  
  
  Define Level 1 Segment:
  
  If a level 1 segment is missing, create it and ensure that it is properly linked to the relevant segments.
  Make sure that the hierarchy is correctly set up, with level 1 segments acting as parent nodes for their respective child segments.
  
  
  
  Validate the DMEE Tree:
  
  Use the validation feature in the DMEE transaction to check for any inconsistencies or errors in the configuration.
  Correct any issues that are identified during validation.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making changes, test the DMEE configuration to ensure that the error is resolved and that the output file is generated correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  DMEE Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for DMEE for detailed information on how to configure the DMEE tree and understand the hierarchical structure.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to DMEE configuration and error messages.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DMEE396 error and ensure that your DMEE configuration is correctly set up.