How To Fix OL651 - Virtual attribute & was renamed -> modify your implementation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OL - Workflow object types: Run-time system

• Message number: 651

• Message text: Virtual attribute & was renamed -> modify your implementation

What causes this issue?

A virtual attribute was renamed.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

The access method BEGIN_PROPERTY <virt.attr.> has already been renamed.
Please modify the implementation of this access method. The statement
for setting the attribute in the container needs to be modified, in
particular.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OL651 - Virtual attribute & was renamed -> modify your implementation ?

  The SAP error message OL651 indicates that a virtual attribute in your ABAP code or implementation has been renamed, and you need to modify your implementation accordingly. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when working with data models, especially when there are changes in the underlying data model or attributes.
  Cause:
  
  Renaming of Virtual Attributes: The virtual attribute that your implementation is referencing has been renamed in the data model. This can happen due to changes in the data source, updates in the data model, or modifications made by other developers.
  Inconsistent Data Model: If the data model has been updated (e.g., during a system upgrade or a project change), the references to the old virtual attribute may no longer be valid.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), and the virtual attribute was renamed in the target system without updating the implementation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Renamed Attribute: Check the data model or the relevant InfoObject to identify the new name of the virtual attribute. You can do this by looking at the data model in the SAP BW or HANA studio.
  Update Implementation: Modify your implementation to reference the new name of the virtual attribute. This may involve:
  
  Updating ABAP code where the virtual attribute is used.
  Adjusting any calculations, queries, or reports that rely on the old attribute name.
  
  
  Test Changes: After making the necessary changes, test the implementation to ensure that it works correctly with the new virtual attribute name.
  Documentation: Document the changes made to ensure that future developers are aware of the modifications and the reasons behind them.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to the specific version of SAP you are using.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have implemented.
  Version Control: If you are using version control for your ABAP code, review the history to see when the virtual attribute was renamed and what changes were made.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that your team is trained on the implications of renaming attributes and the importance of updating implementations accordingly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OL651 error and ensure that your implementation is aligned with the current data model.