How To Fix DMEE_PAYMFORMAT306 - Error in node &1: source field &2 does not exist

DMEE_PAYMFORMAT306 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMEE_PAYMFORMAT - Messages for DMEE Payment Formats

• Message number: 306

• Message text: Error in node &1: source field &2 does not exist

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT306 - Error in node &1: source field &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT306 indicates that there is an issue with the Data Medium Exchange (DMEE) format configuration, specifically related to a source field that is referenced in the DMEE tree structure but does not exist in the context of the data being processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Source Field: The error typically occurs when the DMEE tree is trying to access a source field that has not been defined or is not available in the data structure being processed.
  Incorrect Mapping: The mapping of fields in the DMEE configuration may be incorrect, leading to references to non-existent fields.
  Changes in Data Structure: If there have been changes in the underlying data structure (e.g., changes in the database table or data model), the DMEE configuration may not have been updated accordingly.
  Typographical Errors: There may be typographical errors in the field names used in the DMEE configuration.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DMEE Configuration:
  
  Go to the DMEE transaction (usually transaction code