How To Fix R7B680 - Not visible attribute &1 is used as a transitive attribute in &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 680

• Message text: Not visible attribute &1 is used as a transitive attribute in &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B680 - Not visible attribute &1 is used as a transitive attribute in &2 ?

  The SAP error message R7B680 indicates that a non-visible attribute is being used as a transitive attribute in a data model or InfoObject. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when dealing with data modeling and attribute relationships.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  An attribute that is not marked as visible (i.e., it cannot be used in queries or reports) is being referenced as a transitive attribute in a hierarchy or relationship.
  Transitive attributes are those that derive their values from other attributes through a chain of relationships. If the starting attribute in this chain is not visible, it cannot be used effectively in reporting or analysis.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Attribute Visibility:
  
  Go to the InfoObject definition in the SAP BW system.
  Check the visibility settings of the attribute that is causing the error (denoted as &1 in the error message).
  If the attribute is not visible, consider changing its visibility settings to make it visible.
  
  
  
  Modify Transitive Relationships:
  
  Review the data model or InfoObject where the transitive attribute is being used (denoted as &2 in the error message).
  If the non-visible attribute is essential for the transitive relationship, you may need to redesign the model to avoid using it as a transitive attribute.
  
  
  
  Rebuild or Activate the InfoObject:
  
  After making changes to the attribute visibility, you may need to activate or rebuild the InfoObject to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the data model or query to ensure that the error is resolved and that the data is being retrieved correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  InfoObjects: In SAP BW, InfoObjects are the building blocks of the data model. They can represent characteristics (dimensions) or key figures (measures).
  Attribute Visibility: Attributes can be set to visible or non-visible based on their intended use in reporting and analysis. Visible attributes can be used in queries, while non-visible attributes are typically used for internal processing.
  Transitive Attributes: These are attributes that derive their values from other attributes through defined relationships. They are often used in hierarchies or when creating complex data models.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider consulting SAP documentation or reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.