How To Fix R7B308 - Error while determining the InfoObject name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 308

• Message text: Error while determining the InfoObject name

What causes this issue?

The system cannot identify the name of the InfoObject.

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?

This problem can occur if the namespace of the InfoObject has not been
maintained.
Contact the system administrator. The administrator can set the
namespaces to 'changeable' using transaction SE06, or - if they do not
already exist - enter the namespaces in the table named above using
transaction SM30.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B308 - Error while determining the InfoObject name ?

  The SAP error message R7B308, which states "Error while determining the InfoObject name," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is an issue with the InfoObject being referenced in a query or data model. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing InfoObjects, or problems with the data model.
  Causes:
  
  Missing InfoObject: The InfoObject that is being referenced in the query or data model does not exist or has been deleted.
  Incorrect InfoObject Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the query or data model that leads to the system being unable to find the InfoObject.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoObject was recently transported from one system to another, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoObject.
  Data Model Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data model that prevent the system from resolving the InfoObject.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check InfoObject Existence: Verify that the InfoObject exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the InfoObject catalog in the SAP BW system.
  Correct Naming: Ensure that the InfoObject name is correctly referenced in the query or data model. Check for any typos or incorrect references.
  Transport Check: If the InfoObject was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was transported successfully. If not, you may need to re-transport it.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoObject. You can check this in the user roles and authorizations.
  Data Model Validation: Validate the data model to ensure there are no inconsistencies. You may need to regenerate the data model or re-activate it.
  Check for Dependencies: Sometimes, InfoObjects have dependencies on other objects. Ensure that all dependent objects are also available and correctly configured.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoObjects and their configurations.
  Logs and Traces: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.