How To Fix DMEE_PAYMFORMAT134 - Tree type &1 is already defined in the DMEE_TREE_TYPE table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMEE_PAYMFORMAT - Messages for DMEE Payment Formats

• Message number: 134

• Message text: Tree type &1 is already defined in the DMEE_TREE_TYPE table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT134 - Tree type &1 is already defined in the DMEE_TREE_TYPE table ?

  The SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT134 indicates that there is a conflict with the tree type definition in the DMEE (Data Medium Exchange Engine) configuration. Specifically, it means that the tree type you are trying to create or modify is already defined in the DMEE_TREE_TYPE table.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that you are attempting to create a new tree type with a name that already exists in the DMEE_TREE_TYPE table.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an attempt to import or activate a tree type that has already been defined in the system.
  Transport Issues: If you are transporting configurations from one system to another, there might be a conflict with existing definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Tree Types:
  
  Go to transaction code DMEE and navigate to the tree type definitions.
  Look for the tree type you are trying to create. If it exists, you may need to modify it instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Tree Type:
  
  If the tree type already exists and you need to make changes, select the existing tree type and modify it as needed.
  
  
  
  Delete or Rename:
  
  If the existing tree type is not needed, you can delete it (if allowed) or rename it to free up the name for your new tree type.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If this issue arises during a transport, ensure that the transport does not contain duplicate definitions. You may need to adjust the transport request or resolve conflicts manually.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to DMEE configurations for any specific guidelines or best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  DMEE - Data Medium Exchange Engine configuration.
  SE11 - Data Dictionary to view the DMEE_TREE_TYPE table directly.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  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 error and successfully manage your DMEE tree types.