How To Fix R7156 - InfoObject &1 used as attribute with characteristic &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 156

• Message text: InfoObject &1 used as attribute with characteristic &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7156 - InfoObject &1 used as attribute with characteristic &2 ?

  The SAP error message R7156 indicates that an InfoObject (characteristic or attribute) is being used in a way that is not allowed according to the data model in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). Specifically, it suggests that an InfoObject is being used as an attribute of another characteristic, but it is not defined as an attribute in the InfoObject's settings.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  An InfoObject (let's call it InfoObject A) is being used as an attribute of another characteristic (InfoObject B), but InfoObject A is not defined as an attribute of InfoObject B in the data model.
  This can happen if the InfoObject was created or modified without properly setting its attributes or if there are inconsistencies in the data model.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the InfoObject Definitions:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1 or RSD1).
  Verify that InfoObject A is correctly defined as an attribute of InfoObject B.
  
  
  
  Define the Attribute:
  
  If InfoObject A is not defined as an attribute of InfoObject B, you need to add it:
  
  Open InfoObject B in the InfoObject maintenance.
  Navigate to the "Attributes" tab.
  Add InfoObject A as an attribute.
  
  
  
  
  
  Activate the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, ensure that you activate the InfoObject definitions.
  This will update the data model and should resolve the error.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Model Consistency:
  
  After making changes, it’s a good practice to check the consistency of the data model.
  Use transaction RSRV to run consistency checks on your InfoObjects and InfoProviders.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, remember to transport your changes to the quality and production environments as needed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  InfoObjects: These are the building blocks of the SAP BW data model, representing characteristics (dimensions) and key figures (measures).
  Attributes: Attributes provide additional information about a characteristic and can be used for reporting and analysis.
  Data Model: The structure of how InfoObjects are related and how data is stored in SAP BW.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be helpful to consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.