How To Fix DMEE_PAYMFORMAT313 - Sort field &1 is not a permissible source field

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMEE_PAYMFORMAT - Messages for DMEE Payment Formats

• Message number: 313

• Message text: Sort field &1 is not a permissible source field

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT313 - Sort field &1 is not a permissible source field ?

  The SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT313 indicates that there is an issue with the sort field specified in the DMEE (Data Medium Exchange Engine) payment format configuration. Specifically, it means that the sort field you are trying to use is not a permissible source field in the context of the DMEE structure you are working with.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Sort Field: The sort field specified in the DMEE configuration does not exist in the data structure or is not defined as a permissible field for sorting.
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the DMEE tree where the sort field is being referenced incorrectly.
  Field Type Mismatch: The field type of the sort field may not match the expected type for sorting operations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DMEE Configuration:
  
  Go to the DMEE transaction (transaction code: DMEE).
  Open the relevant payment format tree.
  Verify the sort fields defined in the tree structure. Ensure that the field you are trying to use as a sort field is correctly defined and permissible.
  
  
  
  Review Source Fields:
  
  Ensure that the sort field you are using is included in the source fields of the DMEE tree. You can do this by checking the "Source Fields" section in the DMEE configuration.
  If the field is not present, you may need to add it or choose a different field that is permissible.
  
  
  
  Field Properties:
  
  Check the properties of the sort field to ensure it is of the correct type and format. If necessary, adjust the field properties to match the expected criteria.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the payment format to ensure that the error is resolved. You can do this by simulating the payment run or generating the payment medium.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Help:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on configuring DMEE and permissible source fields.
  If you are still facing issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  DMEE Documentation: SAP provides documentation on how to configure DMEE, including details on permissible fields and sorting options.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.