How To Fix R7B123 - Navigation attribute &1 of characteristic &2 is wrong in version &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 123

• Message text: Navigation attribute &1 of characteristic &2 is wrong in version &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B123 - Navigation attribute &1 of characteristic &2 is wrong in version &3 ?

  The SAP error message R7B123 indicates that there is an issue with a navigation attribute in a characteristic within a specific version of a data model or InfoProvider in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error typically arises when the navigation attribute specified is not valid or does not exist in the context of the characteristic or version being referenced.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Navigation Attribute: The navigation attribute specified (&1) does not exist for the characteristic (&2) in the version (&3) you are working with.
  Version Mismatch: The version you are trying to access may not have the navigation attribute defined or may have been changed or deleted.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or InfoProvider structure that have not been reflected in the queries or reports using that model.
  Transport Issues: If the data model was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies in the attributes available in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Navigation Attributes: Verify that the navigation attribute specified in the error message exists for the characteristic in the version you are using. You can do this by checking the InfoObject definition in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  Update Queries/Reports: If the navigation attribute has been removed or changed, update any queries or reports that reference it to ensure they are using valid attributes.
  Version Check: Ensure that you are working with the correct version of the data model. If necessary, switch to a different version that contains the required navigation attribute.
  Re-activate InfoObjects: Sometimes, re-activating the InfoObjects or the entire InfoProvider can resolve inconsistencies.
  Transport Consistency: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to this error message for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP BW documentation for information on navigation attributes and how they are used in queries and reports.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the R7B123 error message in SAP BW.