How To Fix R7B503 - Error in where-used list of key figure &1

R7B503 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 503

• Message text: Error in where-used list of key figure &1

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R7B503 - Details

• The SAP error message R7B503, which states "Error in where-used list of key figure &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is an issue with the key figure's usage in queries, InfoProviders, or other related objects.
  
  Cause:
  
  Key Figure Deletion or Inconsistency: The key figure referenced in the error message may have been deleted or is inconsistent in the system. This can happen if the key figure was removed from the data model but still referenced in queries or other objects.
  Transport Issues: If the key figure was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may be inconsistencies or missing dependencies.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model (like changes in InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or transformations) can lead to this error if the key figure is not properly updated or maintained.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the error can be