How To Fix DMEE_PAYMFORMAT250 - Internal error: too many components in data type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMEE_PAYMFORMAT - Messages for DMEE Payment Formats

• Message number: 250

• Message text: Internal error: too many components in data type &1

What causes this issue?

In the system table DMEE_TREE_TYPE, interface type &V1& is specified for
the tree type &V2&. This data type contains more than &V3& components.

System Response

The system cannot interpret format tree &V4&.

How to fix this error?

If you define a new tree type, note that the DME Engine for incoming
files only supports types with a maximum of &V3& components.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT250 - Internal error: too many components in data type &1 ?

  The SAP error message "DMEE_PAYMFORMAT250 Internal error: too many components in data type &1" typically occurs in the context of the Data Medium Exchange Engine (DMEE) when processing payment formats. This error indicates that there are too many components defined in a specific data type, which exceeds the allowed limit.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Component Limit: The error is primarily caused by having too many components defined in a data type within the DMEE structure. Each data type has a maximum number of components it can handle, and exceeding this limit results in the internal error.
  Incorrect Configuration: It may also arise from incorrect configuration or design of the payment format in DMEE, where the structure is not aligned with the expected limits.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Data Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the DMEE transaction (transaction code: DMEE).
  Check the data type that is causing the error (indicated by &1 in the error message).
  Review the components defined for this data type and ensure that they do not exceed the maximum allowed limit.
  
  
  
  Reduce Components:
  
  If you find that the number of components exceeds the limit, consider simplifying the data type by removing unnecessary components or restructuring the data format.
  You may need to create a new data type with fewer components if the current one cannot be simplified.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific limits on components for the DMEE data types. This can provide guidance on how to structure your data types effectively.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the payment format to ensure that the error is resolved and that the payment files are generated correctly.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists or if you are unsure about making changes, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in DMEE configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: DMEE (Data Medium Exchange Engine), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on DMEE configurations.
  Documentation: Review the DMEE documentation for best practices in designing payment formats and understanding component limits.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.