How To Fix DMEE_PAYMFORMAT215 - Field overflow: amount &1 is too large for the target field (length &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMEE_PAYMFORMAT - Messages for DMEE Payment Formats

• Message number: 215

• Message text: Field overflow: amount &1 is too large for the target field (length &2)

What causes this issue?

You are trying to transfer the amount &V1& into a target field of length
&V2&. However, the amount is too large for this field.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check whether you can extend the length of the element or node in the
format tree used.
If this is not possible, check whether you can prevent such a large
amount by entering other selection criteria.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT215 - Field overflow: amount &1 is too large for the target field (length &2) ?

  The SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT215 indicates that there is a field overflow issue related to the amount being processed in a payment format. This error typically occurs when the amount being passed exceeds the maximum length defined for the target field in the DMEE (Data Medium Exchange Engine) configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Field Length Exceeded: The amount being processed is larger than what the target field can accommodate. For example, if the target field is defined to hold a maximum of 10 digits, and the amount being processed is 12345678901 (11 digits), this will trigger the overflow error.
  Incorrect Configuration: The DMEE configuration for the payment format may not be aligned with the requirements of the payment medium or the specifications of the bank.
  Data Input Issues: The data being fed into the DMEE might be incorrect or not properly formatted, leading to larger-than-expected values.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DMEE Configuration:
  
  Go to the DMEE transaction (transaction code: DMEE).
  Review the configuration for the payment format you are using.
  Ensure that the field definitions for amounts are set to accommodate the maximum expected values.
  
  
  
  Adjust Field Length:
  
  If the target field length is too short, consider increasing the length of the field in the DMEE configuration to accommodate larger amounts.
  Make sure to check the specifications provided by the bank or payment processor to ensure compliance.
  
  
  
  Validate Input Data:
  
  Review the data being processed to ensure that it is correct and does not contain unexpected large values.
  Implement validation checks in the data preparation process to catch any anomalies before they reach the DMEE.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests with various amounts to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  Monitor the output to confirm that the payment format is generated correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  DMEE Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on configuring DMEE and understanding field definitions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with related transaction codes such as OBPM1 (for payment methods) and OBPM2 (for payment medium formats) to ensure that all configurations are aligned.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DMEE_PAYMFORMAT215 error and ensure that your payment formats are processed correctly.