How To Fix DMEE_ABA386 - Error in checks for node &1: target field &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 386

• Message text: Error in checks for node &1: target field &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE_ABA386 - Error in checks for node &1: target field &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message DMEE_ABA386 indicates that there is an issue with the Data Medium Exchange (DMEE) configuration, specifically related to the structure of the output file being generated. The error message states that there is a problem with a target field that does not exist in the specified node.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The target field specified in the DMEE tree structure does not exist in the data structure being processed. This can happen if the field name is misspelled or if the field has been removed or renamed in the underlying data structure.
  Version Mismatch: If there are changes in the data structure (for example, after an upgrade or a patch), the DMEE configuration may not be updated accordingly.
  Node Definition Issues: The node in the DMEE tree may not be correctly defined, leading to references to non-existent fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DMEE Configuration:
  
  Go to the DMEE transaction (transaction code DMEE).
  Open the relevant DMEE tree and check the node that is causing the error.
  Verify that the target field specified in the node exists in the data structure. If it does not, you may need to correct the field name or add the field to the data structure.
  
  
  
  Update Field Names:
  
  If the field has been renamed or removed, update the DMEE configuration to reflect the current field names in the data structure.
  
  
  
  Validate the DMEE Tree:
  
  Use the validation feature in the DMEE transaction to check for any inconsistencies or errors in the tree structure.
  
  
  
  Check for Changes in Data Structure:
  
  If there have been recent changes to the underlying data structure (e.g., after an upgrade), review the changes and update the DMEE configuration accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to DMEE for any specific guidance on the error message and how to resolve it.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the DMEE output generation again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: DMEE (Data Medium Exchange), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues with DMEE configurations or specific error messages.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community or other forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the DMEE_ABA386 error in your SAP system.