How To Fix R7B205 - Key figure &1: Char. &2 from elimination is not actively available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Key figure &1: Char. &2 from elimination is not actively available

What causes this issue?

You entered either the characteristic &V2&, or a navigation attribute
of this characteristic, or the characteristic as a navigation attribute
in the elimination for key figure &V1&. However, characteristic &V2& is
not active or is not defined as a navigation attribute.

System Response

Key figure &V1& cannot be activated.

How to fix this error?

Choose a different characteristic.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B205 - Key figure &1: Char. &2 from elimination is not actively available ?

  The SAP error message R7B205 indicates that a key figure in a report or query is not able to be calculated because a characteristic used for elimination is not actively available in the context of the query or report. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BPC (Business Planning and Consolidation) when dealing with data models that involve eliminations, such as in financial reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Characteristic: The characteristic used for elimination is not included in the data model or is not active in the query definition.
  Missing Data: The characteristic may not have any data associated with it in the context of the query.
  Query Design: The query may not be designed to include the necessary characteristics for the elimination process.
  Data Source Issues: The data source may not be properly configured to include the required characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Query Definition:
  
  Open the query in the Query Designer.
  Ensure that the characteristic mentioned in the error message is included in the query definition and is set to active.
  
  
  
  Activate Characteristic:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance in the SAP BW system.
  Check if the characteristic is active. If not, activate it.
  
  
  
  Review Data Model:
  
  Ensure that the characteristic is part of the data model used for the report.
  If necessary, modify the data model to include the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Data Source Configuration:
  
  Verify that the data source used for the query is correctly configured to include the necessary characteristics.
  If using a composite provider or a multi-provider, ensure that the underlying providers include the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Availability:
  
  Ensure that there is data available for the characteristic in the relevant time period and context.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP BW/BPC query design and elimination processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.