How To Fix FR153 - UNIX file does not correspond to the DME norm

FR153 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 153

• Message text: UNIX file does not correspond to the DME norm

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FR153 - Details

• The SAP error message FR153, which states "UNIX file does not correspond to the DME norm," typically occurs when there is an issue with the format or structure of the DME (Data Medium Exchange) file that is being generated or processed in the SAP system. This error is particularly relevant in the context of electronic payments and bank transfers, where DME files are used to communicate payment instructions to banks.
  Causes:
  
  File Format Issues: The DME file may not conform to the expected format or structure defined by the DME norm (e.g., the file may have incorrect delimiters, missing fields, or incorrect data types).
  Configuration Errors: The DME configuration settings in SAP may not be set up correctly, leading to the generation of an invalid file.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may contain invalid or unexpected values that do not meet the DME specifications.
  Version Mismatch: The DME format being used may not match