How To Fix R7B247 - Char. &1 still being used as reference by &2 -reference cannot be changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 247

• Message text: Char. &1 still being used as reference by &2 -reference cannot be changed

What causes this issue?

You have changed the reference from characteristic &V1& to &V3&. But
characteristic &V2& simultaneously still has &V1& as a Reference
charactic.

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

System Response

Characteristic &V1& cannot be activated.

How to fix this error?

Change the reference characteristic for &V2& to &V3&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B247 - Char. &1 still being used as reference by &2 -reference cannot be changed ?

  The SAP error message R7B247 indicates that a characteristic (denoted as &1) is still being used as a reference by another object (denoted as &2), and therefore, it cannot be changed. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Business Warehouse (BW) or other data modeling environments where characteristics and their references are managed.
  Cause:
  
  Active References: The characteristic you are trying to change is actively referenced in one or more InfoObjects, queries, or other data models.
  Data Model Dependencies: There may be dependencies in your data model that prevent changes to the characteristic.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that changes do not lead to inconsistencies in reporting or data analysis.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify References: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or other relevant tools to identify where the characteristic is being used. Look for InfoObjects, queries, or other data models that reference the characteristic.
  Remove References: If possible, remove or modify the references to the characteristic in the dependent objects. This may involve:
  
  Changing the queries that use the characteristic.
  Modifying InfoObjects or other data models that reference it.
  
  
  Check for Active Queries: Ensure that there are no active queries or reports that are currently using the characteristic. You may need to deactivate or adjust these queries.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version you are using for any additional guidance on handling this error.
  Testing: After making changes, test to ensure that the characteristic can be modified without causing issues in the data model.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSD1 (InfoObject Maintenance), and RSRT (Query Monitor) to manage and analyze your data model.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  Data Model Best Practices: Follow best practices for managing data models in SAP BW to minimize the occurrence of such errors in the future.
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.