How To Fix R7430 - Characteristic &3: Attribute &1 is a true display attribute of char. &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 430

• Message text: Characteristic &3: Attribute &1 is a true display attribute of char. &2

What causes this issue?

Characteristic &V3& has characteristic &V1& as a navigation attribute.
Characteristic &V3& references characteristic &V2&, where attribute
&V1& is, however, purely a display attribute.

System Response

Attribute &V1& can also only be purely a display attribute for
characteristic &V3&.

How to fix this error?

First make attribute &V1& a navigation attribute for characteristic
&V2&. Or make attribute &V1& into purely a display attribute for
characteristic &V3&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7430 - Characteristic &3: Attribute &1 is a true display attribute of char. &2 ?

  The SAP error message R7430 indicates that there is an issue with the display attributes of a characteristic in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). Specifically, the message states that a certain attribute of a characteristic is being treated as a "true display attribute," which may not be appropriate in the current context.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  Attribute Configuration: The attribute in question is defined as a display attribute for the characteristic, but it is not being used correctly in the context of the query or report.
  Query Design: The query or report may be trying to use the attribute in a way that is not compatible with its definition as a display attribute.
  Data Model Issues: There may be inconsistencies or misconfigurations in the data model that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the R7430 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic and Attribute Settings:
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1) and check the settings for the characteristic and its attributes.
  Ensure that the attribute is correctly defined and that it is intended to be a display attribute.
  
  
  
  Review Query Design:
  
  If the error occurs in a query, open the query in the Query Designer (transaction RSRT) and review how the characteristic and its attributes are being used.
  Ensure that the display attribute is being used in a manner consistent with its definition.
  
  
  
  Adjust Query Properties:
  
  If necessary, adjust the properties of the query to ensure that the display attribute is not being used in a way that conflicts with its intended use.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Model Issues:
  
  Review the data model for any inconsistencies or issues that may be causing the error.
  Ensure that the data source for the query is correctly set up and that all necessary attributes are available.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on display attributes and their usage.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the query or report again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP BW/BI to better understand the configuration of characteristics and attributes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the R7430 error and implement a solution to resolve it.