How To Fix DMEE_ABA342 - Sort field &1: level &2 is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 342

• Message text: Sort field &1: level &2 is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE_ABA342 - Sort field &1: level &2 is not defined ?

  The SAP error message DMEE_ABA342 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the Data Medium Exchange Engine (DMEE) in relation to the sorting fields defined in your DMEE tree structure. Specifically, the error message states that a sort field is not defined at a certain level in the DMEE tree.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Sort Field Definition: The sort field specified in the DMEE configuration is not defined at the specified level. This can happen if the sort field is referenced in the DMEE tree but has not been properly configured or is missing.
  Incorrect Level Reference: The level number referenced in the error message may not correspond to a valid level in the DMEE tree structure.
  Configuration Errors: There may be general configuration errors in the DMEE tree that lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DMEE Configuration:
  
  Go to the DMEE transaction (usually transaction code DMEE).
  Open the relevant DMEE tree that is causing the error.
  Verify that the sort field specified in the error message is defined at the correct level. If it is missing, you will need to add it.
  
  
  
  Define Sort Fields:
  
  If the sort field is not defined, you can add it by navigating to the appropriate level in the DMEE tree and defining the sort field.
  Ensure that the sort field is correctly mapped to the data elements you are working with.
  
  
  
  Check Level Definitions:
  
  Ensure that the level number mentioned in the error message corresponds to a valid level in your DMEE tree structure. If it does not, you may need to adjust your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the DMEE configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about how to configure the DMEE tree or sort fields, refer to SAP documentation or guides specific to DMEE configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: DMEE (Data Medium Exchange Engine), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on DMEE configuration.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DMEE_ABA342 error and ensure that your DMEE configuration is correctly set up.