How To Fix DMEE_PAYMFORMAT704 - Node &1: Ref. node must be either of type 'Element' or 'Technical node'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMEE_PAYMFORMAT - Messages for DMEE Payment Formats

• Message number: 704

• Message text: Node &1: Ref. node must be either of type 'Element' or 'Technical node'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT704 - Node &1: Ref. node must be either of type 'Element' or 'Technical node' ?

  The SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT704 typically occurs in the context of the Data Medium Exchange Engine (DMEE) when configuring payment formats. This error indicates that there is an issue with the structure of the DMEE tree, specifically related to the reference node used in the configuration.
  Cause:
  The error message "Node &1: Ref. node must be either of type 'Element' or 'Technical node'" suggests that the node you are trying to reference in your DMEE tree is not of the expected type. In DMEE, nodes can be of different types, such as:
  
  Element: A standard node that can contain data.
  Technical node: A node that is used for technical purposes, often for grouping or structuring data.
  
  If you are trying to reference a node that is of a different type (e.g., a group node or a node that does not conform to the expected structure), this error will be triggered.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Node Type: Review the DMEE tree structure and ensure that the node you are referencing is indeed of type 'Element' or 'Technical node'. You can do this by:
  
  Opening the DMEE tree in the DMEE transaction (usually transaction code DMEE).
  Navigating to the node in question and checking its properties.
  
  
  
  Correct the Reference: If the node is not of the correct type, you will need to either:
  
  Change the type of the node if possible.
  Modify your configuration to reference a different node that meets the criteria.
  
  
  
  Validate the DMEE Tree: After making changes, validate the DMEE tree to ensure that there are no other errors. This can often be done within the DMEE transaction.
  
  
  Test the Payment Format: Once the changes are made, test the payment format to ensure that it works as expected without triggering the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  DMEE Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on DMEE for detailed information on node types and configuration best practices.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to DMEE configurations.
  Community Forums: Consider visiting SAP Community forums or other user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the DMEE_PAYMFORMAT704 error in your SAP system.