How To Fix R7039 - Characteristic &1: Navigation attribute &2 deleted (possibly converted)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Characteristic &1: Navigation attribute &2 deleted (possibly converted)

What causes this issue?

The navigation attribute &V2& for characteristic &V1& has been deleted.

System Response

The values that were saved in this field in the <DS:DE.RSASITAB>
Attributes SID Tables</>, were deleted during activation.
The attribute SID tables might have to be converted during activation,
depending on the database system. This means that the activation process
might take longer.

How to fix this error?

If activation lasts a very long time or cancels because of a timeout,
you will have to carry out the activation in the background. To do this,
choose 'Characteristic -->Activate in Background'.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7039 - Characteristic &1: Navigation attribute &2 deleted (possibly converted) ?

  The SAP error message R7039 indicates that a navigation attribute associated with a characteristic has been deleted or possibly converted. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when dealing with InfoObjects and their attributes.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Navigation Attribute: The navigation attribute specified in the error message has been removed from the characteristic. This can happen during data model changes or when an InfoObject is modified.
  Conversion of Navigation Attribute: The navigation attribute may have been converted to a different type or structure, which can lead to inconsistencies in the data model.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there might be inconsistencies if the transport did not include all necessary objects or if there were manual changes made in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the InfoObject: Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSD1) and verify the characteristics and their navigation attributes. Ensure that the navigation attribute in question still exists.
  Recreate the Navigation Attribute: If the navigation attribute has been deleted, you may need to recreate it. This involves defining the attribute again and ensuring it is correctly linked to the characteristic.
  Review Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and that there were no errors during the transport process.
  Data Model Consistency: Run consistency checks on your data model to identify any other potential issues that may have arisen due to the deletion or conversion of the navigation attribute.
  Adjust Queries: If the navigation attribute is used in queries or reports, you may need to adjust those queries to remove references to the deleted attribute or to accommodate any changes made.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review the SAP BW or HANA documentation for best practices on managing InfoObjects and their attributes.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R7039 error and restore the integrity of your data model in SAP.