How To Fix DMEE404 - Delimiters are missing; parameter 'Compressed' shall not be set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 404

• Message text: Delimiters are missing; parameter 'Compressed' shall not be set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE404 - Delimiters are missing; parameter 'Compressed' shall not be set ?

  The SAP error message DMEE404 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the Data Medium Exchange Engine (DMEE) in SAP. Specifically, it points out that delimiters are missing in the configuration, and the parameter 'Compressed' should not be set when delimiters are not defined.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  The DMEE format tree is configured to use delimiters for separating fields in the output file, but those delimiters have not been defined in the configuration.
  The 'Compressed' parameter is set to true, which is not compatible with the absence of delimiters. When the output is compressed, it cannot have delimiters, as compression implies a continuous stream of data without separators.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DMEE404 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check DMEE Configuration:
  
  Go to the DMEE transaction (usually transaction code DMEE).
  Open the relevant format tree that is causing the error.
  Verify the settings for delimiters. Ensure that you have defined the necessary delimiters for the fields in your output format.
  
  
  
  Adjust the 'Compressed' Parameter:
  
  If you do not need the output to be compressed, you can set the 'Compressed' parameter to false. This can usually be found in the properties of the DMEE format tree.
  If you do need the output to be compressed, ensure that you remove any delimiters from the configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the DMEE output generation again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  DMEE Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on configuring DMEE, including how to set delimiters and manage the 'Compressed' parameter.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or support channels where other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DMEE404 error and successfully generate the desired output format.