How To Fix CONT_TOOLS221 - Transport the InfoObject that the navigation attributes belong to

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CONT_TOOLS - Message for BI Content Tools German

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Transport the InfoObject that the navigation attributes belong to

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CONT_TOOLS221 - Transport the InfoObject that the navigation attributes belong to ?

  The SAP error message CONT_TOOLS221 typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to transport InfoObjects that have navigation attributes. This error indicates that the InfoObject containing the navigation attributes must be transported along with the navigation attributes themselves.
  Cause:
  The error arises because navigation attributes are dependent on their parent InfoObject. When you attempt to transport navigation attributes without including the associated InfoObject, SAP raises this error to ensure data integrity and consistency.
  Solution:
  To resolve the CONT_TOOLS221 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the InfoObject: Determine which InfoObject the navigation attributes belong to. You can find this information in the error message details or by checking the attributes in the InfoObject definition.
  
  
  Include the InfoObject in the Transport Request:
  
  Go to the Transport Organizer (transaction code SE09 or SE10).
  Find the transport request that you are working with.
  Ensure that the InfoObject is included in the transport request. If it is not, add it to the request.
  
  
  
  Transport Both the InfoObject and Navigation Attributes: Make sure that both the InfoObject and its navigation attributes are included in the same transport request. This ensures that they are transported together, maintaining the necessary relationships.
  
  
  Re-attempt the Transport: After including the required InfoObject, re-attempt the transport. The error should no longer occur if everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Navigation Attributes: These are attributes that provide additional context to a characteristic in SAP BW. They are used to enhance the usability of the InfoObject in reporting and analysis.
  Transport Requests: In SAP, transport requests are used to move objects (like InfoObjects, queries, etc.) between different environments (e.g., Development to Quality Assurance to Production).
  InfoObjects: These are the basic building blocks in SAP BW that represent data fields. They can be characteristics (dimensions) or key figures (measures).
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Always check dependencies when transporting objects in SAP BW.
  Document the InfoObjects and their navigation attributes to avoid confusion during transport.
  Test the transport in a development or quality environment before moving to production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CONT_TOOLS221 error and successfully transport your InfoObjects and their navigation attributes.