How To Fix R7546 - Char. &1 is a navigation attr. of &2: Exclusively attribute not possible

R7546 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 546

• Message text: Char. &1 is a navigation attr. of &2: Exclusively attribute not possible

What causes this issue?

Characteristic &V1& is still being used a navigation attribute of
InfoObject &V2&. InfoObjects, that are exclusively attributes, cannot
be used as a navigation attribute. Therefore, you are not allowed to
switch on the property 'Exclusively attribute' for characteristic &V1&.

System Response

Characteristic &V1& cannot be activated.

How to fix this error?

Before you can make characteristic &V1& an exclusively attribute it
must cease to be used as a navigation attribute. &SYS_ADMIN&

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7546 - Char. &1 is a navigation attr. of &2: Exclusively attribute not possible ?

  The SAP error message R7546 indicates that there is an issue with the use of a navigation attribute in a query or report. Specifically, the error states that the character (attribute) you are trying to use is a navigation attribute of a certain object (like an InfoObject or InfoProvider), and it cannot be used exclusively in the context you are attempting.
  
  Cause:
  
  Navigation Attribute Misuse: The error typically occurs when you try to use a navigation attribute in a way that is not allowed. Navigation attributes are meant to provide additional context or detail about a characteristic but cannot be used as standalone attributes in certain contexts.
  Query Design Issues: If you are designing a query in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence), and you attempt to use a navigation attribute in a way that conflicts with its intended use, this error can occur.
  Data Model Constraints: The data model may