How To Fix R7585 - InfoObject &1 is not activated (attribute could not be converted)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 585

• Message text: InfoObject &1 is not activated (attribute could not be converted)

What causes this issue?

The time-dependency of an attribute of characteristic &V1& was changed.
The master data table must therefore be converted. This conversion was
not successful on the database.

System Response

Characteristic &V1& cannot be activated and is locked against changes
until the activation is successful.

How to fix this error?

Analyze the activation log and try, after resolving the causes of
error, to activate the characteristic &V1& once again.
Where necessary consult your database administrator or report directly
to SAP.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7585 - InfoObject &1 is not activated (attribute could not be converted) ?

  The SAP error message R7585 indicates that an InfoObject (typically a characteristic or key figure) is not activated, which prevents the system from converting attributes associated with that InfoObject. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when working with data modeling in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA.
  Cause:
  
  Deactivated InfoObject: The InfoObject in question has not been activated in the system. This can happen if the InfoObject was recently created or modified and the activation process was not completed.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoObject was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), it may not have been activated in the target system.
  Inconsistent Data Model: Changes in the data model that are not reflected in the InfoObject can lead to inconsistencies, causing the error.
  Missing Dependencies: The InfoObject may depend on other objects that are not activated or are missing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the InfoObject:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1 for InfoObjects in BW).
  Locate the InfoObject that is causing the error.
  Activate the InfoObject by selecting the appropriate option (usually found in the menu or toolbar).
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the InfoObject was transported, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported and that the InfoObject is activated in the target system.
  If necessary, re-import the transport request or manually activate the InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies:
  
  Check if there are any dependent objects (like InfoObjects, DSO, or InfoCubes) that need to be activated.
  Ensure that all related objects are consistent and activated.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Data Model:
  
  If the error persists, consider rebuilding the data model or re-creating the InfoObject to ensure that all attributes and settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors in the Activation Log:
  
  Review the activation log for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context on the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSD1: InfoObject Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on activating InfoObjects and troubleshooting activation issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to InfoObject activation and error R7585.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message R7585 and ensure that the InfoObject is properly activated for use in your SAP environment.