How To Fix DMEE_PAYMFORMAT333 - Node &1: level increases by &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMEE_PAYMFORMAT - Messages for DMEE Payment Formats

• Message number: 333

• Message text: Node &1: level increases by &3

What causes this issue?

Node &V1& has the level &V2&. This means that its level is higher than
that of the node directly above it in the tree by a factor of &V3&. This
is not permitted since the level cannot increase by more than a factor
of one from node to node.

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_PAYMFORMAT333 - Node &1: level increases by &3 ?

  The SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT333 typically occurs in the context of the Data Medium Exchange Engine (DMEE) when generating payment formats. This specific error indicates that there is an issue with the structure of the DMEE tree, particularly related to the levels of nodes in the tree.
  Cause:
  The error message "Node &1: level increases by &3" suggests that there is an inconsistency in the hierarchical structure of the DMEE tree. Specifically, it means that the level of a node is increasing unexpectedly, which can happen if:
  
  A node is incorrectly configured to have a higher level than its parent node.
  There are issues with the way nodes are defined in the DMEE tree, such as incorrect indentation or level assignments.
  The configuration of the DMEE tree does not adhere to the expected structure for the payment format being generated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the DMEE Tree Structure:
  
  Open the DMEE tree in transaction code DMEE.
  Review the hierarchy of nodes to ensure that the levels are correctly assigned. Each child node should have a level that is one greater than its parent node.
  
  
  
  Correct Node Levels:
  
  If you find any nodes that are incorrectly assigned a level, adjust their levels to ensure they follow the correct hierarchy.
  Make sure that the indentation and structure of the nodes are consistent.
  
  
  
  Validate the DMEE Configuration:
  
  Use the "Check" function in the DMEE transaction to validate the configuration of the payment format.
  Look for any warnings or errors that may indicate other issues with the configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Payment Format:
  
  After making corrections, test the payment format again to see if the error persists.
  Generate a sample payment file to ensure that the changes have resolved the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct structure, refer to SAP documentation or guidelines for configuring DMEE trees for payment formats.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue continues after making adjustments, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: DMEE (for Data Medium Exchange Engine), SE11 (for Data Dictionary), SE80 (for Object Navigator).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on DMEE configuration.
  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 and correct the cause of the DMEE_PAYMFORMAT333 error.