How To Fix R7656 - Select one equivalent for InfoObject &1 in InfoProvider &2

R7656 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 656

• Message text: Select one equivalent for InfoObject &1 in InfoProvider &2

What causes this issue?

In a MultiProvider, each characteristic must correspond exactly to a
characteristic or navigation attribute in each InfoProvider that is
involved (if it exists in it).
In ambiguous cases, use a dialog (by selecting) to display the
InfoObject to which the MultiProvider characteristic should be
assigned.

How can this happen?

The MultiProvider contains the characteristic: 0COUNTRY, an involved
InfoProvider contains both the characteristic 0COUNTRY and the
navigation attribute 0CUSTOMER__0COUNTRY (= country of customer).
In this case select exactly one of these InfoObjects in the assignment
table.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7656 - Select one equivalent for InfoObject &1 in InfoProvider &2 ?

  The SAP error message R7656, which states "Select one equivalent for InfoObject &1 in InfoProvider &2," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the mapping or selection of InfoObjects in a query or report.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Mapping: The error often arises when there is no clear mapping or equivalent InfoObject defined for the specified InfoObject in the context of the InfoProvider.
  Inconsistent Data Model: Changes in the data model, such as the deletion or modification of InfoObjects, can lead to inconsistencies that trigger this error.
  Multiple Equivalents: If there are multiple equivalents for the InfoObject, the system may not know which one to select, leading to ambiguity.
  Query Design Issues: The query might be designed in a way that does not align with the underlying InfoProvider structure.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check InfoObject Mapping: Verify that the InfoObject specified in the error message has a valid equivalent in the InfoProvider. You