How To Fix DMEE_PAYMFORMAT369 - Error in assignment rules: no node with reference ID &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMEE_PAYMFORMAT - Messages for DMEE Payment Formats

• Message number: 369

• Message text: Error in assignment rules: no node with reference ID &1

What causes this issue?

Reference ID &V1& was used in the assignment rules. However, this
reference ID is not assigned to any node in the format tree.

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_PAYMFORMAT369 - Error in assignment rules: no node with reference ID &1 ?

  The SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT369 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment rules in the Data Medium Exchange (DMEE) configuration, specifically that a node with the reference ID specified in the error message cannot be found. This typically occurs when generating payment formats or when processing payment files.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Node: The reference ID mentioned in the error message does not correspond to any existing node in the DMEE tree structure. This could be due to a misconfiguration or an incomplete setup.
  Incorrect Reference ID: The reference ID used in the assignment rules may have been incorrectly specified or may have been deleted or renamed.
  Versioning Issues: If there are multiple versions of the DMEE tree, the reference ID might exist in one version but not in the one currently being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DMEE Configuration:
  
  Go to the DMEE transaction (usually DMEE or OBPM1).
  Open the relevant DMEE tree and verify that the node with the specified reference ID exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the reference ID in the assignment rules.
  
  
  
  Review Assignment Rules:
  
  Navigate to the assignment rules where the error is occurring.
  Ensure that the reference ID is correctly specified and matches an existing node in the DMEE tree.
  
  
  
  Check for Deletions or Renames:
  
  If the node was recently deleted or renamed, update the assignment rules to reflect the current structure of the DMEE tree.
  
  
  
  Version Management:
  
  If you are using multiple versions of the DMEE tree, ensure that you are working with the correct version that contains the necessary nodes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the payment format generation again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as DMEE for managing DMEE trees and OBPM1 for payment medium formats.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on configuring DMEE and understanding assignment rules.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to DMEE errors, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.