How To Fix R7789 - InfoObject/navigation attribute &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 789

• Message text: InfoObject/navigation attribute &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7789 - InfoObject/navigation attribute &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message R7789 indicates that a specific InfoObject or navigation attribute referenced in your query or report does not exist in the system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when you are trying to use a characteristic in a query that has been deleted, renamed, or not activated.
  Causes:
  
  Deleted InfoObject: The InfoObject you are trying to use has been deleted from the system.
  Inactive InfoObject: The InfoObject is not active or has not been properly activated in the data model.
  Incorrect Naming: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the query or report where the InfoObject is referenced.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoObject was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  Version Mismatch: The InfoObject may exist in a different version or client, leading to discrepancies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Existence: Verify that the InfoObject exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the InfoObject catalog in the SAP BW system.
  Activate InfoObject: If the InfoObject exists but is inactive, activate it in the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1).
  Correct Naming: Double-check the spelling and naming conventions in your query or report to ensure that you are referencing the correct InfoObject.
  Transport Check: If the InfoObject was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was transported successfully and completely.
  Recreate the Query: If the issue persists, consider recreating the query or report to ensure that all references are correct and up to date.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or change logs to see if there have been recent changes to the InfoObject that might affect its availability.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage InfoObjects and queries.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional context or related error messages that might provide more insight into the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.