How To Fix 42846 - There is no unique relationship between a display and a source object

42846 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 846

• Message text: There is no unique relationship between a display and a source object

INCLUDE 42843 OBJECT DOKU ID NA

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42846 - There is no unique relationship between a display and a source object ?

  The SAP error message 42846, "There is no unique relationship between a display and a source object," typically occurs in the context of SAP's data modeling or reporting tools, such as SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA. This error indicates that the system is unable to establish a clear, unique relationship between a display object (like a report or a query) and its underlying source object (like a data source or InfoProvider).
  Causes:
  
  Multiple Relationships: The display object may be linked to multiple source objects, leading to ambiguity in data retrieval.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the display object or the source object may not be set up correctly, causing the system to fail in identifying a unique relationship.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model (like changes in InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or data sources) that have not been reflected in the display object.
  Missing Keys: The display object may not have the