How To Fix DMEE_PAYMFORMAT348 - Node &1: date/time conversion only possible for data type "Character"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMEE_PAYMFORMAT - Messages for DMEE Payment Formats

• Message number: 348

• Message text: Node &1: date/time conversion only possible for data type "Character"

What causes this issue?

If a conversion rule for date or time has been assigned to a node, the
node must have the 'Character' data type.

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_PAYMFORMAT348 - Node &1: date/time conversion only possible for data type "Character" ?

  The SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT348 indicates that there is an issue with the data type being used in a DMEE (Data Medium Exchange Engine) format tree. Specifically, the error states that a date/time conversion is attempted on a node that is not of the "Character" data type. This typically occurs when you are trying to convert a date or time value from one format to another, but the input data type is not compatible.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Type: The node in question is likely defined with a data type other than "Character" (e.g., "Numeric" or "Date"), which cannot be converted directly to a date/time format.
  Format Tree Configuration: The DMEE format tree may have been incorrectly configured, leading to a mismatch between the expected data type and the actual data type being processed.
  Data Source Issues: The source data being processed may not be in the expected format, leading to the error when the DMEE tries to perform the conversion.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Node Configuration: 
  
  Open the DMEE format tree in transaction code DMEE.
  Locate the node that is causing the error (indicated by &1 in the error message).
  Ensure that the data type of the node is set to "Character" if you intend to perform a date/time conversion.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Type:
  
  If the node is currently set to a different data type (e.g., "Numeric" or "Date"), change it to "Character" to allow for the conversion.
  If the data should remain in its current type, consider using a different approach to handle the date/time conversion.
  
  
  
  Review Conversion Logic:
  
  Check the logic used for the date/time conversion in the DMEE format tree. Ensure that it is correctly implemented and that the input data is in the expected format.
  
  
  
  Test with Sample Data:
  
  After making changes, test the DMEE format with sample data to ensure that the error is resolved and that the output is as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring DMEE format trees and handling data types.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: DMEE (for managing DMEE format trees), SE11 (for data dictionary), SE37 (for function modules).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on DMEE configurations.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DMEE_PAYMFORMAT348 error and ensure that your DMEE format tree is correctly configured for date/time conversions.