How To Fix R7414 - InfoObject &1 from attributes of characteristic &2 cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 414

• Message text: InfoObject &1 from attributes of characteristic &2 cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7414 - InfoObject &1 from attributes of characteristic &2 cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message R7414 indicates that you are trying to delete an InfoObject (characteristic or key figure) that is still being used in the attributes of another characteristic. This is a common issue when managing InfoObjects in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence).
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the InfoObject you are attempting to delete is still referenced in the attributes of another characteristic. In SAP BW, characteristics can have attributes that provide additional information about them. If an InfoObject is being used as an attribute for another characteristic, it cannot be deleted until that relationship is removed.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies: Determine which characteristic is using the InfoObject as an attribute. You can do this by checking the attribute settings of the characteristic in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  
  
  Remove the Attribute: Once you have identified the characteristic that is using the InfoObject, you need to remove the InfoObject from the attributes of that characteristic. This can typically be done in the InfoObject maintenance screen:
  
  Go to the characteristic that is using the InfoObject.
  Navigate to the "Attributes" tab.
  Remove the reference to the InfoObject you want to delete.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies: Ensure that the InfoObject is not being used in any other places, such as in queries, reports, or other InfoObjects. You may need to check:
  
  Queries in BEx (Business Explorer)
  InfoProviders that might be using the InfoObject
  Any transformations or data flows that reference the InfoObject
  
  
  
  Delete the InfoObject: After ensuring that the InfoObject is no longer in use, you can proceed to delete it.
  
  
  Transport Changes: If you are working in a development environment, remember to transport your changes to the production environment if necessary.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage InfoObjects and their attributes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on managing InfoObjects and their attributes.
  Data Model Impact: Be aware that deleting InfoObjects can have a significant impact on your data model, so ensure that you have a backup or a plan for any dependent objects.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R7414 error and successfully delete the InfoObject in question.