How To Fix DMEE_PAYMFORMAT049 - Select Tree Type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMEE_PAYMFORMAT - Messages for DMEE Payment Formats

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Select Tree Type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT049 - Select Tree Type ?

  The SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT049, which states "Select Tree Type," typically occurs in the context of the Data Medium Exchange Engine (DMEE) when generating payment formats. This error indicates that the system requires a specific tree type to be selected for the payment format you are trying to use.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tree Type: The error usually arises when the payment format configuration does not have a tree type assigned or the tree type is not selected in the relevant transaction.
  Incorrect Configuration: The DMEE tree might not be properly configured or linked to the payment method or company code.
  User Input Error: The user may not have selected the appropriate tree type in the DMEE transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select Tree Type:
  
  Go to the DMEE transaction (usually transaction code DMEE).
  Navigate to the relevant payment format.
  Ensure that a tree type is selected in the configuration. If not, select the appropriate tree type that corresponds to your payment format.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the DMEE tree is correctly configured for the payment method and company code you are using.
  Ensure that the tree type is correctly linked to the payment format you are trying to generate.
  
  
  
  Review Payment Method Settings:
  
  Check the payment method settings in the configuration (transaction code FBZP for payment methods in the company code).
  Ensure that the DMEE tree is assigned to the payment method.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to DMEE for additional guidance on configuring payment formats and tree types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the payment format generation again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  DMEE: The Data Medium Exchange Engine is used in SAP to create payment files in various formats for electronic payments.
  Tree Types: In DMEE, tree types define the structure of the payment file. Different tree types may be used for different payment formats (e.g., SEPA, ACH).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as DMEE for configuration and FBZP for payment method settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.