How To Fix DMEE_PAYMFORMAT357 - Node &1: data type 'currency amount' not possible for constant value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMEE_PAYMFORMAT - Messages for DMEE Payment Formats

• Message number: 357

• Message text: Node &1: data type 'currency amount' not possible for constant value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT357 - Node &1: data type 'currency amount' not possible for constant value ?

  The SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT357 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the DMEE (Data Medium Exchange Engine) format for payment files. Specifically, the error states that a node in the DMEE tree is trying to use a constant value that is defined as a 'currency amount', but this is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises from the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Data Type Assignment: A node in the DMEE tree is configured to use a constant value that is expected to be a currency amount, but the constant value is not defined correctly or is not compatible with the expected data type.
  Configuration Error: The DMEE format configuration may have been set up incorrectly, leading to a mismatch between the expected data type and the actual value being used.
  Inappropriate Use of Constants: The constant value being used in the node may not be defined as a currency amount in the DMEE configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the DMEE Configuration:
  
  Go to the DMEE transaction (usually transaction code DMEE).
  Locate the specific payment format that is causing the error.
  Review the node structure and identify the node that is generating the error (Node &1).
  
  
  
  Verify Node Properties:
  
  Check the properties of the node in question. Ensure that the data type is set correctly.
  If the node is supposed to use a constant value, ensure that the constant is defined correctly and is compatible with the expected data type.
  
  
  
  Adjust Constant Values:
  
  If the node is using a constant value, ensure that the constant is defined as a currency amount if that is what is required.
  If the constant value is not meant to be a currency amount, change the data type of the node to a compatible type (e.g., string or numeric).
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the payment format to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with a colleague who has experience with DMEE configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  DMEE Documentation: SAP provides documentation on how to configure DMEE formats, which can be helpful in understanding the structure and requirements for different nodes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on configuring DMEE formats.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be a good resource for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the DMEE_PAYMFORMAT357 error in your SAP system.