How To Fix DMEE_PAYMFORMAT395 - No segment exists with level 1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMEE_PAYMFORMAT - Messages for DMEE Payment Formats

• Message number: 395

• Message text: No segment exists with level 1

What causes this issue?

The tree must contain at least one segment with level 1.

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_PAYMFORMAT395 - No segment exists with level 1 ?

  The SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT395, which states "No segment exists with level 1," typically occurs in the context of the Data Medium Exchange Engine (DMEE) when generating payment formats. This error indicates that the DMEE structure is not correctly defined, specifically that the expected segment at level 1 is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Segment Definition: The DMEE tree structure may not have a segment defined at level 1. This could happen if the configuration was not completed or if the segment was inadvertently deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The payment format configuration might be incorrect, leading to the absence of the required segment.
  Version Mismatch: If there are multiple versions of the payment format, the one being used may not be properly set up.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DMEE Configuration:
  
  Go to the DMEE transaction (transaction code: DMEE).
  Open the relevant payment format and check the structure of the DMEE tree.
  Ensure that there is a segment defined at level 1. If it is missing, you will need to create or restore it.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Segment:
  
  If the segment is missing, you can create a new segment at level 1.
  Ensure that the segment is correctly configured with the necessary fields and attributes.
  
  
  
  Validate Payment Format:
  
  After making changes, validate the payment format to ensure that it is correctly set up.
  Use the "Test" functionality in DMEE to simulate the output and check for any further errors.
  
  
  
  Check for Version Issues:
  
  If there are multiple versions of the payment format, ensure that the correct version is being used in the payment run.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to DMEE for any specific guidelines or updates that may affect your configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: DMEE (Data Medium Exchange Engine), FBPM (Payment Medium Workbench).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on configuring DMEE.
  Testing: Always test the payment format in a development or quality assurance environment before deploying changes to production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DMEE_PAYMFORMAT395 error and ensure that your payment format is correctly configured.