How To Fix R7B240 - Navigation attribute number &1 from characteristic &2 is inconsistent

R7B240 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 240

• Message text: Navigation attribute number &1 from characteristic &2 is inconsistent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B240 - Navigation attribute number &1 from characteristic &2 is inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message R7B240 indicates that there is an inconsistency with a navigation attribute in a characteristic. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when dealing with InfoObjects and their attributes.
  
  Cause:
  The error message "Navigation attribute number &1 from characteristic &2 is inconsistent" usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The navigation attribute may not have valid or consistent data in the underlying data source or InfoProvider.
  Modeling Issues: There may be issues in the way the InfoObject or its attributes are modeled. For example, the navigation attribute might not be properly defined or linked to the characteristic.
  Data Load Issues: If there were issues during the data load process, it could lead to inconsistencies in the navigation attributes.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model (like changes in InfoObjects or InfoProviders), it might lead to