How To Fix DMEE_PAYMFORMAT338 - Node &1: segment's first subnode must be element/composite/technical node

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMEE_PAYMFORMAT - Messages for DMEE Payment Formats

• Message number: 338

• Message text: Node &1: segment's first subnode must be element/composite/technical node

What causes this issue?

Each segment must contain at least one element/technical node or one
composite as a subnode. Only segments for which the indicator
<DS:DE.DMEE_FL2>Output Delayed Segment at This Position</> is set have
no subnodes.

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?

If you only want to group segments and segment groups under a node, use
a segment group instead of a segment for this.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT338 - Node &1: segment's first subnode must be element/composite/technical node ?

  The SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT338 indicates an issue with the structure of a DMEE (Data Medium Exchange Engine) payment format. Specifically, it points out that the first subnode of a specified node must be an element, composite, or technical node. This error typically arises when the configuration of the DMEE tree structure does not adhere to the expected format.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Node Structure: The DMEE tree structure is not correctly defined. The first subnode of the specified node is not an element, composite, or technical node, which is required for proper processing.
  Misconfiguration: There may be a misconfiguration in the DMEE format settings, where the hierarchy of nodes is not set up correctly.
  Version Compatibility: If you are using a version of SAP that has specific requirements for DMEE formats, there may be compatibility issues with the current configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Node Structure:
  
  Open the DMEE transaction (usually transaction code DMEE).
  Navigate to the node mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that the first subnode of the specified node is defined as an element, composite, or technical node.
  
  
  
  Modify the DMEE Tree:
  
  If the structure is incorrect, modify the DMEE tree to ensure that the first subnode is of the correct type.
  You can do this by right-clicking on the node and selecting the appropriate type for the first subnode.
  
  
  
  Validate the Configuration:
  
  After making changes, validate the DMEE format to ensure that there are no other structural issues.
  Use the "Check" function in the DMEE transaction to identify any additional errors.
  
  
  
  Refer to Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation for DMEE to understand the requirements for node structures and formats.
  This can provide insights into best practices and common pitfalls.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the payment format to ensure that it processes correctly without generating errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  DMEE Documentation: SAP provides extensive documentation on how to configure DMEE formats, including examples and best practices.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on DMEE configurations.
  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 resolve the DMEE_PAYMFORMAT338 error and ensure that your payment format is correctly configured.