How To Fix 42673 - Invalid info object passed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 673

• Message text: Invalid info object passed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42673 - Invalid info object passed. ?

  The SAP error message "42673 Invalid info object passed" typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is an issue with the InfoObject being referenced in a query or report. This error indicates that the system is unable to recognize or validate the InfoObject that has been passed in the query or report definition.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid InfoObject: The InfoObject being referenced may not exist in the system or may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Incorrect InfoObject Type: The InfoObject may not be of the expected type (e.g., a characteristic instead of a key figure).
  Transport Issues: If the InfoObject was recently transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing dependencies.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoObject.
  Query Definition Issues: The query may be incorrectly defined, referencing InfoObjects that are not part of the data model.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check InfoObject Existence: Verify that the InfoObject exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the InfoObject catalog in the SAP BW system.
  Validate InfoObject Type: Ensure that the InfoObject is of the correct type and is being used appropriately in the query or report.
  Re-transport InfoObject: If the InfoObject was recently transported, check the transport logs for errors and consider re-transporting it.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoObject. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Review Query Definition: Open the query in the Query Designer and check the definition for any inconsistencies. Make sure that all referenced InfoObjects are valid and correctly configured.
  Activate InfoObjects: If the InfoObject is inactive, activate it in the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1).
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage InfoObjects and queries.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on InfoObjects and query design best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation, as they may have access to logs and additional tools to diagnose the problem.