How To Fix 42254 - Info object is used only with a hyperlink

42254 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 254

• Message text: Info object is used only with a hyperlink

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42254 - Info object is used only with a hyperlink ?

  The SAP error message "42254: Info object is used only with a hyperlink" typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Intelligence (BI) or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to use an InfoObject in a way that is not supported. This error indicates that the InfoObject you are trying to use is configured to be used only as a hyperlink, and not in the context you are attempting.
  
  Cause:
  
  InfoObject Configuration: The InfoObject has been set up in a way that it is intended to be used only as a hyperlink. This could be due to its settings in the InfoObject maintenance or its usage in a specific query or report.
  Query Design: The query or report you are trying to execute may be incorrectly designed, attempting to use the InfoObject in a manner that is not allowed.
  Data Source Issues: The data source or the context in which the InfoObject