How To Fix R7179 - InfoObject &1 must also be transferred as an attribute of char. &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 179

• Message text: InfoObject &1 must also be transferred as an attribute of char. &3

What causes this issue?

InfoObject '&V2&' is an attribute of characteristic '&V3&'. In
addition, one of the following situations occurs:
Characteristic '&V2&' is compounded to characteristic '&V1&', or
Unit '&V1&' is a reference field for key figure '&V2&'.

System Response

You have to transfer InfoObject '&V1&' as an attribute for
characteristic '&V3&'.

How to fix this error?

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7179 - InfoObject &1 must also be transferred as an attribute of char. &3 ?

  The SAP error message R7179 indicates that there is a requirement for a specific InfoObject to be transferred as an attribute of a characteristic in a data model, typically in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA modeling. This error usually arises when there is a mismatch in the data model configuration, particularly when dealing with characteristics and their attributes.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  An InfoObject (let's call it &1) is defined as a key figure or characteristic in a data model, but it is not being transferred as an attribute of another characteristic (let's call it &3).
  The data model expects that &1 should be linked to &3 as an attribute, but this linkage is not established in the configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Data Model Configuration:
  
  Go to the data model where the error is occurring.
  Verify the characteristics and attributes defined in the model.
  
  
  
  Define the Attribute Relationship:
  
  If &1 is supposed to be an attribute of &3, you need to ensure that this relationship is correctly defined.
  In the InfoObject maintenance, check if &1 is set as an attribute of &3. If not, you will need to add it.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Data Transfer Process:
  
  If you are using a Data Transfer Process (DTP), ensure that the DTP is configured to transfer &1 as an attribute of &3.
  You may need to adjust the DTP settings to include the necessary attributes.
  
  
  
  Activate Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, activate the InfoObjects and the data model.
  Re-run the data load process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependencies or settings that might be causing the issue. Sometimes, other InfoObjects or settings in the data model can affect the transfer.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  InfoObjects: In SAP BW, InfoObjects are the building blocks of the data model. They can be characteristics (dimensions) or key figures (measures).
  Attributes: Attributes provide additional information about a characteristic and are used to enrich the data model.
  Data Transfer Process (DTP): DTP is used to transfer data from a source to a target in SAP BW. It can be configured to include specific InfoObjects and their attributes.
  
  If you continue to face issues after following these steps, it may be helpful to consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.