How To Fix DMEE_PAYMFORMAT355 - Error in conditions for node &1: constant &2 has incorrect format

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMEE_PAYMFORMAT - Messages for DMEE Payment Formats

• Message number: 355

• Message text: Error in conditions for node &1: constant &2 has incorrect format

What causes this issue?

Constant comparative values must be enclosed in quotation marks provided
that they are not numeric values.

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_PAYMFORMAT355 - Error in conditions for node &1: constant &2 has incorrect format ?

  The SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT355 typically occurs in the context of the Data Medium Exchange Engine (DMEE) when there is an issue with the formatting of a constant in the payment format configuration. This error indicates that the constant defined for a specific node in the DMEE tree does not conform to the expected format.
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect Constant Format: The constant defined in the DMEE tree for the specified node is not in the correct format. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect data type (e.g., expecting a numeric value but receiving a string).
  Incorrect length or structure of the constant.
  Special characters or invalid characters in the constant.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the DMEE tree, such as:
  
  Misconfigured nodes or conditions.
  Missing or incorrect settings in the DMEE format.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the DMEE Configuration:
  
  Go to the DMEE transaction (usually transaction code DMEE).
  Locate the payment format that is causing the error.
  Review the node specified in the error message and check the constant defined for that node.
  
  
  
  Validate the Constant:
  
  Ensure that the constant is defined correctly according to the expected format. Check for:
  
  Correct data type (e.g., numeric, alphanumeric).
  Length constraints.
  No special or invalid characters.
  
  
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making corrections, test the DMEE format to ensure that the error is resolved.
  Use the test functionality in the DMEE transaction to simulate the output and verify that the format is generated correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the expected formats for constants in DMEE configurations.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and constants, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: DMEE (Data Medium Exchange Engine), SE80 (Object Navigator for checking related objects).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on DMEE configurations.
  Community Forums: SAP Community or other forums may have discussions related to similar errors, which can provide insights or solutions from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the DMEE_PAYMFORMAT355 error in your SAP system.