How To Fix R7163 - First change attribute &1 with characteristic &2 to navigation attribute

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 163

• Message text: First change attribute &1 with characteristic &2 to navigation attribute

What causes this issue?

You want to change attribute &V1& with characteristic &V3& for a
navigation attribute. The characteristic &V3& refers to the character-
istic &V2& and in this characteristic attribute &V1& is still a display
attribute.

System Response

How to fix this error?

First maintain characteristic &V2& and change the attribute &V1& there
to a navigation attribute. Afterwards, you can also change attribute
&V1& for characteristic &V3& to a navigation attribute.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7163 - First change attribute &1 with characteristic &2 to navigation attribute ?

  The SAP error message R7163 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a characteristic in the context of a data model, particularly in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA. The message suggests that a certain characteristic needs to be changed to a navigation attribute before it can be used in the desired context.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to use a characteristic that is not set as a navigation attribute in a context where it is required to be one. Navigation attributes are used to provide additional context or filtering options for key figures in queries, and they must be explicitly defined in the data model.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to change the specified characteristic to a navigation attribute. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Data Model: Open the relevant InfoObject or data model in the SAP BW or HANA modeling environment.
  
  
  Edit the Characteristic: Locate the characteristic that is causing the error (as indicated by &1 and &2 in the error message).
  
  
  Change to Navigation Attribute:
  
  In the characteristic properties, look for an option to set it as a navigation attribute.
  This is typically found in the "Attributes" tab or section of the characteristic definition.
  Check the box or select the option to make it a navigation attribute.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the change, save the characteristic.
  
  
  Re-activate the InfoObject: If necessary, re-activate the InfoObject to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  Test the Query: After making the changes, run the query or process that was previously generating the error to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Navigation Attributes: These are attributes that provide additional filtering options in queries and are linked to a characteristic. They allow users to navigate through data more effectively.
  InfoObjects: In SAP BW, InfoObjects are the building blocks of the data model, representing characteristics, key figures, and other data elements.
  Data Modeling: Understanding the structure and relationships within your data model is crucial for effective reporting and analysis in SAP BW or HANA.
  
  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.