How To Fix DMEE_PAYMFORMAT682 - Substring &1 on field &2-&3 is out of of range. Shorten substring indices

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMEE_PAYMFORMAT - Messages for DMEE Payment Formats

• Message number: 682

• Message text: Substring &1 on field &2-&3 is out of of range. Shorten substring indices

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT682 - Substring &1 on field &2-&3 is out of of range. Shorten substring indices ?

  The SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT682 indicates that there is an issue with the substring indices specified in a DMEE (Data Medium Exchange Engine) format. Specifically, it means that the substring you are trying to extract from a field is out of the defined range, which can occur if the indices specified for the substring exceed the length of the field.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Indices: The indices defined for the substring extraction are either too large or incorrectly specified, leading to an attempt to access characters that do not exist in the field.
  Field Length Changes: If the length of the field has changed (for example, due to changes in the data structure or configuration), the previously defined indices may no longer be valid.
  Data Variability: The data being processed may not conform to the expected format or length, causing the substring extraction to fail.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Substring Indices: Review the DMEE format configuration and verify the indices used for substring extraction. Ensure that they are within the valid range of the field length.
  Adjust Field Lengths: If the field lengths have changed, update the DMEE format to reflect the new lengths and adjust the substring indices accordingly.
  Test with Sample Data: Use sample data that represents the expected format and length to test the DMEE format. This can help identify if the issue is with specific data entries.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in the DMEE format to manage cases where the data may not meet the expected criteria, preventing the error from occurring.
  
  Related Information:
  
  DMEE Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the DMEE configuration settings in SAP, as this will help you understand how to define and adjust formats.
  Field Definitions: Review the definitions of the fields being used in the DMEE format to ensure that you are aware of their lengths and expected content.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates related to the DMEE functionality and error handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error DMEE_PAYMFORMAT682 and ensure that your DMEE format works correctly.