How To Fix R7554 - Navigation attribute &1 deleted from characteristic &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 554

• Message text: Navigation attribute &1 deleted from characteristic &2

What causes this issue?

The navigation attribute &V1& of the characteristic &V2& was deleted,
even though it is still being used in <DS:DE.RSINFOPROV>InfoProviders
</> (InfoCubes, DataStore objects or characteristics).

System Response

Activating the characteristic &V2& deactivates these InfoProviders.
Before they can be used, you must firstly reactivate them without
activating the navigation attribute &V1&.

How to fix this error?

Terminate the activation of the characteristic &V2& and include the
navigation attribute &V1& again.
Alternatively, activate the Infoproviders manually after you have
activated the characteristic &V2&.

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 R7554 - Navigation attribute &1 deleted from characteristic &2 ?

  The SAP error message R7554, which states "Navigation attribute &1 deleted from characteristic &2," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when there is an issue with the navigation attributes of a characteristic in a data model or InfoObject.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Navigation Attribute: The error usually indicates that a navigation attribute (e.g., a characteristic that provides additional context to another characteristic) has been deleted from the characteristic definition. This can happen due to changes in the data model or InfoObject configuration.
  Inconsistent Data Model: If the navigation attribute was removed but still referenced in queries, reports, or other data models, it can lead to inconsistencies and trigger this error.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and the navigation attribute was not included in the transport, it may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Definition: Go to the InfoObject maintenance (transaction RSD1) and check the definition of the characteristic (&2). Ensure that the navigation attribute (&1) is still defined and correctly configured.
  Re-add Navigation Attribute: If the navigation attribute was unintentionally deleted, you can re-add it to the characteristic. Make sure to activate the InfoObject after making changes.
  Update Queries and Reports: If the navigation attribute is no longer needed, ensure that any queries, reports, or data models that reference it are updated accordingly to remove the dependency.
  Transport Consistency: If the issue arose due to transport, ensure that all relevant objects are included in the transport request and that the transport is executed correctly in the target system.
  Check for Dependencies: Review any dependent objects (like queries, transformations, or data flows) that might be affected by the deletion of the navigation attribute and adjust them as necessary.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSD1 for InfoObject maintenance, RSRT for query execution, and RSA1 for data modeling in SAP BW.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on InfoObjects, navigation attributes, and data modeling best practices.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R7554 error and restore the integrity of your data model in SAP BW or HANA.