How To Fix DMEE_PAYMFORMAT303 - No structure field defined as source/target field for node &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMEE_PAYMFORMAT - Messages for DMEE Payment Formats

• Message number: 303

• Message text: No structure field defined as source/target field for node &1

What causes this issue?

You have selected 'Mapping in Structure Field', but you have not
specified a structure 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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT303 - No structure field defined as source/target field for node &1 ?

  The SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT303 indicates that there is an issue with the Data Medium Exchange Engine (DMEE) configuration, specifically related to the payment format you are trying to use. This error occurs when a node in the DMEE tree does not have a defined source or target field, which is necessary for the data mapping process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Field Definition: The node specified in the error message (&1) does not have a source or target field defined. This means that the DMEE configuration is incomplete, and the system does not know where to pull data from or where to send it.
  Incorrect Configuration: The DMEE tree structure may not be correctly set up, leading to nodes that are not properly linked to the required fields.
  Changes in Data Structure: If there have been changes in the underlying data structure or the payment format, the DMEE configuration may need to be updated accordingly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DMEE Configuration:
  
  Go to the DMEE transaction (usually transaction code DMEE).
  Open the relevant payment format and navigate to the node indicated in the error message.
  Ensure that the node has a source field defined. If it is missing, you will need to add the appropriate source field that corresponds to the data you want to extract.
  
  
  
  Define Source/Target Fields:
  
  For the node in question, ensure that you have defined both source and target fields correctly. This can be done by selecting the node and checking the properties to see if the fields are assigned.
  If necessary, create new fields or adjust existing ones to ensure they match the expected data structure.
  
  
  
  Validate the DMEE Tree:
  
  After making changes, validate the entire DMEE tree to ensure that all nodes are correctly configured and that there are no other errors present.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  Once you have made the necessary adjustments, run a test to generate the payment file again. Monitor for any further error messages that may indicate additional issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct configuration, refer to SAP documentation or guides related to DMEE and payment formats for detailed instructions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: DMEE (Data Medium Exchange Engine), FBPM (Payment Medium Workbench).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on configuring DMEE.
  Community Forums: Consider visiting SAP Community forums or other user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DMEE_PAYMFORMAT303 error and ensure that your payment format is correctly configured.