How To Fix R7B081 - View field for attribute &1 must not be empty

R7B081 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7B - BW Metadata (InfoCube, InfoObject, InfoObject catalog)

• Message number: 081

• Message text: View field for attribute &1 must not be empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B081 - View field for attribute &1 must not be empty ?

  The SAP error message R7B081, which states "View field for attribute &1 must not be empty," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when there is an issue with the configuration of InfoObjects or the data model. This error indicates that a required field for a specific attribute is not populated, which can prevent the system from processing data correctly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The attribute field specified by &1 is expected to have a value, but it is currently empty. This can happen if the data source does not provide the necessary information or if there is an issue with the data extraction process.
  Incorrect Configuration: The InfoObject or data model may not be configured correctly, leading to missing or incorrect mappings between fields.
  Data Load Issues: If there was a problem during the data load process (e.g., errors in the extraction, transformation, or loading phases), it could