How To Fix R7B674 - Attribute &1 cannot be used as a transitive attribute &2 in InfoObject &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 674

• Message text: Attribute &1 cannot be used as a transitive attribute &2 in InfoObject &3

What causes this issue?

Creating a transitive attribute based on an existing transitive
attribute is not allowed.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B674 - Attribute &1 cannot be used as a transitive attribute &2 in InfoObject &3 ?

  The SAP error message R7B674 indicates that there is an issue with the use of attributes in the context of transitive attributes within an InfoObject in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error typically arises when you are trying to define a transitive relationship between attributes in a way that is not allowed by the system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to use an attribute that is not defined as a transitive attribute for another attribute.
  The attribute you are trying to use does not have a direct relationship with the InfoObject or is not properly configured.
  The attribute hierarchy or relationships are not set up correctly in the data model.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Attribute Settings:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance (transaction RSD1) and check the attributes of the InfoObject in question.
  Ensure that the attribute you are trying to use as a transitive attribute is correctly defined and marked as transitive.
  
  
  
  Review Relationships:
  
  Verify the relationships between the attributes. Ensure that the attribute you are trying to use has a direct relationship with the InfoObject and is allowed to be used transitively.
  
  
  
  Modify Transitive Attributes:
  
  If necessary, modify the attribute settings to ensure that the correct attributes are marked as transitive. This can be done in the InfoObject maintenance screen.
  
  
  
  Check Data Model:
  
  Review the overall data model to ensure that the attributes and InfoObjects are correctly defined and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Data Model:
  
  If the issue persists, consider rebuilding the data model or reactivating the InfoObject to ensure that all changes are applied correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on transitive attributes and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transitive Attributes: These are attributes that can be derived from other attributes through a chain of relationships. For example, if Attribute A relates to Attribute B, and Attribute B relates to Attribute C, then Attribute A can be considered a transitive attribute of Attribute C.
  InfoObject: In SAP BW, an InfoObject is a fundamental building block that can represent characteristics (attributes) or key figures (measures) in the data model.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the R7B674 error message in your SAP BW environment.