How To Fix BRAIN409 - Characteristic &1 is not permitted for navigation.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 409

• Message text: Characteristic &1 is not permitted for navigation.

What causes this issue?

Characteristic &V1& is not used correctly in the Query Designer.

System Response

The query cannot be executed.

How to fix this error?

In the maintenance of InfoObjects, characteristic &V1& (technical name =
&V2&) is set so that it is not available for navigation. (CHASEL = &V3&,
CHANAV = &V4&). For this reason, it must not appear in the navigation
area of the query (free characteristics, rows, columns).
In the query in question, characteristic &V1& appears in the navigation
area.
Either check the query or change the settings for characteristic &V1&.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN409 - Characteristic &1 is not permitted for navigation. ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN409, which states "Characteristic &1 is not permitted for navigation," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when you are trying to navigate or analyze data using a characteristic that is not allowed for that specific operation.
  Cause:
  
  Characteristic Restrictions: The characteristic you are trying to use for navigation may not be defined as navigable in the InfoObject settings. Some characteristics are restricted from being used in certain contexts, such as in queries or reports.
  Query Design: The query you are using may not include the characteristic in its design, or it may be set up in a way that does not allow for navigation using that characteristic.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data model, such as missing or incorrectly configured relationships between InfoObjects.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or navigate using that characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check InfoObject Settings: 
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance (transaction code RSA1 or RSD1) and check the settings for the characteristic in question. Ensure that it is marked as navigable.
  
  
  
  Review Query Design:
  
  Open the query in the Query Designer and verify that the characteristic is included in the query structure. If it is not, you may need to add it to the query.
  
  
  
  Data Model Verification:
  
  Check the data model to ensure that the characteristic is properly linked to the relevant InfoProviders. You may need to adjust the data model or the InfoProvider settings.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Query: 
  
  If the issue persists, consider rebuilding the query or creating a new one to see if the problem resolves itself.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for BRAIN409 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on InfoObjects and query design to understand the limitations and configurations for characteristics.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP BW/BI administrator or SAP support for further assistance.