How To Fix DMEE_PAYMFORMAT366 - Error in node &1: reference to node &3 not allowed due to aggregration

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMEE_PAYMFORMAT - Messages for DMEE Payment Formats

• Message number: 366

• Message text: Error in node &1: reference to node &3 not allowed due to aggregration

What causes this issue?

Node &V1& references node &V3& by means of reference ID &V2&, whereby
node &V3& is located under node &V1& in the hierarchical tree levels.
This reference is not allowed because node &V3& is an aggregation node
or itself references an aggregation node.

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 reference an aggregation node, this node must always be at the
same level.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT366 - Error in node &1: reference to node &3 not allowed due to aggregration ?

  The SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT366 typically occurs in the context of the Data Medium Exchange Engine (DMEE) when there is an issue with the configuration of the payment format. This error indicates that there is a problem with the aggregation of nodes in the DMEE tree structure.
  Cause:
  The error message "Error in node &1: reference to node &3 not allowed due to aggregation" suggests that there is an attempt to reference a node in a way that is not permitted due to the aggregation settings. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Node Configuration: The node that is being referenced may not be correctly configured to allow aggregation. For example, if a node is set to aggregate data but is trying to reference another node that is not compatible with this setting, the error will occur.
  
  
  Hierarchy Issues: The structure of the DMEE tree may have been altered in a way that creates conflicts between nodes, especially if nodes are expected to aggregate data from child nodes.
  
  
  Data Structure Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data structure or the DMEE configuration, it may lead to inconsistencies that trigger this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DMEE_PAYMFORMAT366 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Review Node Configuration:
  
  Open the DMEE tree in transaction code DMEE.
  Check the configuration of the nodes involved in the error message (node &1 and node &3).
  Ensure that the aggregation settings are correctly defined. If a node is set to aggregate, it should only reference nodes that are compatible with aggregation.
  
  
  
  Check Hierarchy:
  
  Verify the hierarchy of the nodes in the DMEE tree. Ensure that the parent-child relationships are correctly defined and that there are no circular references or conflicts.
  
  
  
  Adjust Aggregation Settings:
  
  If necessary, adjust the aggregation settings of the nodes. You may need to change a node from aggregation to non-aggregation or vice versa, depending on your requirements.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making adjustments, test the payment format to ensure that the error no longer occurs. You can do this by simulating the payment run or generating the payment medium.
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools to trace the execution and identify where the error is being triggered.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: DMEE (Data Medium Exchange Engine), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues with DMEE configurations.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful 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_PAYMFORMAT366 error in your SAP system.