How To Fix DMEE_PAYMFORMAT349 - Format-specific structure &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMEE_PAYMFORMAT - Messages for DMEE Payment Formats

• Message number: 349

• Message text: Format-specific structure &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

You have specified format-specific structure in the header of the format
tree. However, structure &V1& is not defined in the Data Dictionary.

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_PAYMFORMAT349 - Format-specific structure &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT349 indicates that a format-specific structure for the DMEE (Data Medium Exchange Engine) does not exist. This typically occurs when you are trying to generate a payment medium using a format that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Format Definition: The specified payment format has not been defined in the DMEE configuration.
  Incorrect Format Name: The format name being referenced may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: If the format was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the format.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Format Definition:
  
  Go to the DMEE transaction (transaction code: DMEE) and check if the format you are trying to use is defined.
  If it is not defined, you will need to create a new format or import an existing one.
  
  
  
  Verify Format Name:
  
  Ensure that the format name you are using in your payment run is correct. Check for any typos or discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the format was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported.
  If necessary, re-transport the format or manually create it in the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the payment run has the necessary authorizations to access the DMEE formats.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on creating or modifying DMEE formats.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  DMEE Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the DMEE configuration process, which includes defining formats, structures, and mapping rules.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to DMEE include:
  
  DMEE: DMEE configuration and maintenance.
  FBPM: Payment medium workbench.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on DMEE formats.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DMEE_PAYMFORMAT349 error and successfully generate your payment medium.