How To Fix DMEE_ABA704 - Node &1: Reference node must have type ELEMENT

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 704

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE_ABA704 - Node &1: Reference node must have type ELEMENT ?

  The SAP error message DMEE_ABA704 Node &1: Reference node must have type ELEMENT typically occurs in the context of the Data Medium Exchange Engine (DMEE) when configuring the DMEE tree structure for payment formats, particularly for ABA (Australian Bankers' Association) formats.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that there is a problem with the configuration of the DMEE tree. Specifically, it suggests that a node in the DMEE tree is referencing another node that is not of the expected type. In DMEE, nodes can be of different types, such as ELEMENT, GROUP, or REPEAT. The error message is indicating that a node that is expected to be of type ELEMENT is not correctly defined as such.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the DMEE Tree Structure:
  
  Go to the DMEE transaction (usually DMEE or OBPM1).
  Open the relevant DMEE tree that is causing the error.
  Identify the node mentioned in the error message (&1 will be replaced with the actual node name).
  
  
  
  Verify Node Types:
  
  Ensure that the node you are referencing is indeed defined as an ELEMENT type. You can do this by checking the properties of the node in the DMEE tree.
  If the node is incorrectly set as a GROUP or REPEAT, change it to ELEMENT.
  
  
  
  Check Parent-Child Relationships:
  
  Ensure that the parent node of the referenced node is correctly configured. Sometimes, the structure of the tree can lead to misinterpretation of node types.
  
  
  
  Validate the DMEE Tree:
  
  After making changes, validate the DMEE tree to ensure there are no other errors or warnings.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  Once the changes are made, test the payment run or the relevant process to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  DMEE Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on configuring DMEE trees and understanding node types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional guidance on DMEE configurations.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DMEE_ABA704 error and ensure that your DMEE configuration is correct.