How To Fix R7B285 - Reference Object for InfoObject &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 285

• Message text: Reference Object for InfoObject &1

What causes this issue?

A reference object can be defined for an InfoObject.
The structure and properties of an InfoObject derive from the properties
of the reference object. When a BW model is generated based on a source
model, the reference object of the InfoObject is used to obtain the
highest possible object reuse.
Two types of reference objects are currently supported:
+,,Business object node field
+,,Global data type (for example, currencies, country codes, and so on)

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Enter the complete path of your reference object. A business object node
has the following structure:
Software component version
+,,Name of business object
+,,Namespace of business object
+,,Name of business object node
+,,Namespace of business object node
+,,Path for field name of business object node
Each component can have its own namespace. This can be the case with
dependent objects and extensions especially.
Example:
Software component version: SD_CORE
+,,Name of business object: SalesOrder
+,,Namespace of business object: http://www.sales.sap.com
+,,Name of business object node: Header
+,,Namespace of business object node: http://www.sales.sap.com
+,,Field name: Name: ID
Caution: Activate the InfoObject again.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B285 - Reference Object for InfoObject &1 ?

  The SAP error message R7B285, which states "Reference Object for InfoObject &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue related to InfoObjects, particularly when a reference object is missing or not properly defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reference Object: The InfoObject you are trying to use may reference another InfoObject that does not exist or is not activated.
  Inconsistent Data Model: There may be inconsistencies in the data model, such as changes made to InfoObjects that have not been properly propagated.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoObject was transported from one system to another, the reference object may not have been included in the transport request.
  Activation Issues: The InfoObject or its reference may not be activated in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check InfoObject Definition: Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1) and check the definition of the InfoObject mentioned in the error message. Ensure that all referenced objects are correctly defined and activated.
  Activate InfoObjects: If the reference object is not activated, activate it. You can do this in the InfoObject maintenance screen.
  Check Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request. You may need to re-transport the missing objects.
  Consistency Check: Use the consistency check tools available in SAP BW to identify and resolve inconsistencies in the data model.
  Recreate the Reference: If the reference object is missing and cannot be found, you may need to recreate it or adjust the InfoObject to remove the dependency on the missing reference.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage InfoObjects and check their status.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on InfoObjects and their relationships within the BW environment.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP BW expert for further assistance.