How To Fix DMEE_PAYMFORMAT683 - Node &1 is redefined. No attribute changes of parent tree are applied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMEE_PAYMFORMAT - Messages for DMEE Payment Formats

• Message number: 683

• Message text: Node &1 is redefined. No attribute changes of parent tree are applied

What causes this issue?

The node has a flag "Redefined", which means, that the node was
activated, deactivated or changed by a user in the Child tree.

System Response

The node was changed also in the Parent tree, but the change is not
synchronized to prevent user changes.

How to fix this error?

If you want to synchronize the change and overwrite the manual changes
in the Child tree, you have to:
Select the node in the Child tree (you can just click on the Node ID in
the line with red Icon)
Press the "Revert to original" button
Confirm the "Revert to original" dialog

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

If you want to preserve the manual changes and made also the changes
from the Parent tree, you should decide if there are more changes in the
Parent tree or in the Child tree.
If there are more changes in the Parent tree, you should synchronize the
node the same way as it is described in previous lines and repeat your
manual changes manually (you can display Child tree before
synchronization as the left tree for this reason)
If there are more changes in the Child tree, you should do the changes
from the Parent tree manually in the Child tree.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT683 - Node &1 is redefined. No attribute changes of parent tree are applied ?

  The SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT683 indicates that there is a problem with the DMEE (Data Medium Exchange Engine) format configuration, specifically related to the redefinition of a node in the payment format tree. This error typically arises when a node in the DMEE tree is redefined, but the attributes of the parent node are not being applied correctly to the child node.
  Cause:
  
  Node Redefinition: The error occurs when a child node is redefined in a way that does not inherit the attributes from its parent node. This can happen if the child node is set up to have different attributes or if the parent node's attributes are not compatible with the child node's configuration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the DMEE configuration, such as incorrect settings or missing attributes that should be inherited from the parent node.
  Versioning: If there are multiple versions of the DMEE format, it is possible that the version being used has discrepancies in the node definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Node Definitions: Review the DMEE tree structure and ensure that the child node is correctly defined. Make sure that it is inheriting the necessary attributes from the parent node.
  Adjust Attributes: If the child node needs to have different attributes, ensure that these changes are valid and do not conflict with the parent node's attributes. You may need to modify the parent node's attributes to ensure compatibility.
  Recreate the Node: If the issue persists, consider deleting the problematic child node and recreating it to ensure that it is correctly defined and linked to the parent node.
  Validate Configuration: Use the DMEE transaction (e.g., DMEE) to validate the entire payment format configuration. This can help identify any other potential issues in the configuration.
  Check Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to DMEE for any specific guidelines or known issues regarding node redefinitions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like DMEE to access the DMEE configuration and make necessary adjustments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Testing: After making changes, test the payment format to ensure that the error is resolved and that the output is as expected.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.