How To Fix KEN_01048 - Error in link: Attribute "&2" is missing in link "&1"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KEN_01 - Messages Created on Frontend PCs

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Error in link: Attribute "&2" is missing in link "&1"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KEN_01048 - Error in link: Attribute "&2" is missing in link "&1" ?

  The SAP error message KEN_01048 indicates that there is an issue with a link in the system where a required attribute is missing. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's data modeling or reporting tools, such as SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA, where links between different data objects (like InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or data models) are established.
  Cause:
  The error message KEN_01048 is triggered when:
  
  A link is defined between two objects, but one of the required attributes (fields) that should be part of that link is not present in the source or target object.
  The attribute specified in the error message (represented by "&2") is expected to be part of the link (represented by "&1"), but it is missing or not correctly defined.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KEN_01048 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Link Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction or tool where the link is defined (e.g., Data Modeler, InfoProvider settings).
  Verify the link between the two objects and ensure that all required attributes are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Verify Attribute Existence:
  
  Check if the attribute mentioned in the error message (attribute "&2") exists in the source object or the target object of the link.
  If it is missing, you may need to add it to the relevant object.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Model:
  
  If the attribute is not needed, consider adjusting the data model or the link definition to remove the dependency on the missing attribute.
  Ensure that the data model is consistent and that all necessary attributes are included.
  
  
  
  Rebuild or Refresh:
  
  After making changes, you may need to rebuild or refresh the data model or the InfoProvider to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If this error occurred after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects and attributes were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the objects you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to identify where the link is failing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the KEN_01048 error in your SAP environment.