How To Fix DMEE708 - Node &1: Reference node must have type SEGMENT

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 708

• Message text: Node &1: Reference node must have type SEGMENT

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE708 - Node &1: Reference node must have type SEGMENT ?

  The SAP error message DMEE708 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the Data Medium Exchange Engine (DMEE) in SAP. Specifically, the error states that a reference node in your DMEE tree structure is expected to be of type "SEGMENT," but it is not. This can occur when the DMEE tree is not correctly set up, leading to inconsistencies in the expected node types.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Node Type: The node that is being referenced is not defined as a SEGMENT type in the DMEE tree structure.
  Misconfiguration: There may be a misconfiguration in the DMEE tree where a node is incorrectly set up or linked.
  Hierarchy Issues: The hierarchy of nodes may not be correctly defined, leading to a situation where a node is expected to be a SEGMENT but is not.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Node Configuration:
  
  Go to the DMEE tree structure in transaction code OBPM1 or DMEE.
  Locate the node that is causing the error (indicated by &1 in the error message).
  Ensure that the node is set up as a SEGMENT. You can do this by checking the properties of the node and confirming its type.
  
  
  
  Correct the Reference:
  
  If the node is not supposed to be a SEGMENT, you may need to adjust the references in the DMEE tree to point to the correct SEGMENT node.
  If necessary, create a new SEGMENT node and update the references accordingly.
  
  
  
  Validate the DMEE Tree:
  
  After making changes, validate the entire DMEE tree to ensure that all nodes are correctly configured and that there are no other errors.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  Once corrections are made, test the DMEE configuration by generating the output file to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like OBPM1 (for DMEE tree maintenance) and DMEE (for DMEE configuration) to access the relevant settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on configuring DMEE trees and understanding node types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to DMEE configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DMEE708 error and ensure that your DMEE configuration is correctly set up.