How To Fix R7B118 - InfoObject &1 is used in Advanced DataStore object &2

R7B118 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 118

• Message text: InfoObject &1 is used in Advanced DataStore object &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B118 - InfoObject &1 is used in Advanced DataStore object &2 ?

  The SAP error message R7B118 indicates that an InfoObject (characteristic or key figure) is being used in an Advanced DataStore Object (ADSO) and is causing an issue, typically related to the configuration or usage of that InfoObject within the ADSO.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually occurs when:
  
  InfoObject Usage: The specified InfoObject is being referenced in the ADSO but is not properly configured or is not compatible with the current settings of the ADSO.
  Data Model Changes: Changes made to the InfoObject or the ADSO structure that are not aligned can lead to this error.
  Activation Issues: The ADSO may not be activated properly due to the presence of the InfoObject, which could be due to missing attributes or incorrect data types.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the R7B118 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check InfoObject Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the InfoObject is correctly defined and activated in the system.
  Verify that the InfoObject is compatible with the ADSO's structure and data model.
  
  
  
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