How To Fix DMEE_ABA116 - No conversion rule exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 116

• Message text: No conversion rule exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE_ABA116 - No conversion rule exists ?

  The SAP error message DMEE_ABA116 indicates that there is no conversion rule defined for the specified data element in the Data Medium Exchange (DMEE) configuration. This typically occurs when you are trying to generate a payment file or similar output using the DMEE tool, and the system cannot find the necessary mapping or conversion rules for the data being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Conversion Rule: The most common cause is that the conversion rule for the specific data element is not defined in the DMEE tree structure.
  Incorrect Configuration: The DMEE configuration may not be set up correctly, or the relevant nodes in the DMEE tree may not be properly linked to the required conversion rules.
  Data Element Not Mapped: The data element being referenced in the payment file generation may not have a corresponding mapping in the DMEE configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DMEE Configuration:
  
  Go to the DMEE transaction (usually transaction code DMEE).
  Open the relevant DMEE tree that you are using for the payment file generation.
  Verify that the data elements in question have corresponding conversion rules defined.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Conversion Rules:
  
  If you find that a conversion rule is missing, you will need to create it.
  Navigate to the relevant node in the DMEE tree and add the necessary conversion rule for the data element.
  
  
  
  Review Mapping:
  
  Ensure that all data elements that are being used in the payment file generation are correctly mapped in the DMEE tree.
  Check for any typos or incorrect references that might lead to the system not finding the conversion rule.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration by attempting to generate the payment file again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about how to create or modify conversion rules, refer to SAP documentation or guides related to DMEE configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: DMEE (for DMEE configuration), SE11 (for data element definitions), SE78 (for file formats).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to DMEE and conversion rules.
  Community Forums: Consider visiting SAP Community forums or other user groups for additional insights and shared experiences regarding similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DMEE_ABA116 error and successfully generate your payment files.