How To Fix R7555 - Navigation attr. &1 cannot be deleted - used in productive InfoCube &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 555

• Message text: Navigation attr. &1 cannot be deleted - used in productive InfoCube &2

What causes this issue?

Navigation attribute &V1& is still used in productive InfoCube &V2& but
should be deleted.

System Response

Characteristic &V3& cannot be activated, if its navigation attribute
&V1& is used in productive InfoCubes.

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.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7555 - Navigation attr. &1 cannot be deleted - used in productive InfoCube &2 ?

  The SAP error message R7555 indicates that a navigation attribute (in this case, represented by &1) cannot be deleted because it is currently being used in a productive InfoCube (represented by &2). This is a common issue when trying to modify or delete objects in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) that are still in use.
  Cause:
  
  Usage in InfoCube: The navigation attribute you are trying to delete is actively being used in a productive InfoCube. This means that the InfoCube is currently in use for reporting or data analysis, and SAP does not allow the deletion of objects that are in use to maintain data integrity.
  Data Model Dependencies: The navigation attribute may be linked to other objects, such as queries, reports, or other InfoProviders, which further complicates its deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Before attempting to delete the navigation attribute, check where it is being used. You can do this by:
  
  Analyzing the InfoCube to see if the navigation attribute is part of its structure.
  Checking any queries or reports that may be using the InfoCube.
  
  
  
  Remove Usage: If you find that the navigation attribute is being used:
  
  Modify the InfoCube to remove the navigation attribute from its structure.
  Update any queries or reports that reference the navigation attribute to ensure they no longer depend on it.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes: If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes you make are transported to the production environment properly. This may involve creating a transport request for the changes.
  
  
  Recheck Deletion: After ensuring that the navigation attribute is no longer in use, attempt to delete it again. If all dependencies have been resolved, the deletion should proceed without errors.
  
  
  Consider Alternatives: If the navigation attribute is critical and cannot be removed, consider whether you can instead deactivate it or mark it as obsolete rather than deleting it outright.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BW Documentation: Refer to the official SAP BW documentation for more details on managing InfoCubes and navigation attributes.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage InfoProviders and analyze their structures.
  Data Model Impact: Understand the impact of changes in the data model on reporting and analytics to avoid disruptions in business processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message R7555 and manage your navigation attributes effectively in SAP BW.