How To Fix R8108 - InfoObject & is not used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R8 - Messages from the meta data generation

• Message number: 108

• Message text: InfoObject & is not used

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R8108 - InfoObject & is not used ?

  The SAP error message R8108, which states "InfoObject & is not used," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when an InfoObject (such as a characteristic or key figure) is not being utilized in any of the InfoProviders, queries, or other data models.
  Cause:
  
  Unused InfoObject: The InfoObject has been created but is not assigned to any InfoProvider (like an InfoCube, DataStore Object, or MultiProvider) or is not included in any queries.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model may have led to the InfoObject being removed from its previous associations.
  Development or Testing: The InfoObject may have been created for development or testing purposes and was never fully integrated into the production environment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Usage: Check if the InfoObject is indeed not used in any InfoProviders or queries. You can do this by:
  
  Using transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to explore InfoProviders.
  Checking the InfoObject's usage in the InfoObject catalog.
  
  
  
  Delete or Archive: If the InfoObject is confirmed to be unused and not needed, consider deleting it or archiving it to keep the system clean. Be cautious with deletion, as it may affect other objects if dependencies exist.
  
  
  Reassign: If the InfoObject is needed but not currently assigned, you can add it to the relevant InfoProviders or queries as required.
  
  
  Documentation: Ensure that any changes made are documented, especially if the InfoObject was part of a larger project or development effort.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 for data modeling and RSD1 for InfoObject maintenance.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or updates related to this error message.
  Data Model Best Practices: Follow best practices for data modeling in SAP BW/BI to avoid creating unused InfoObjects in the future.
  Performance Considerations: Having unused InfoObjects can lead to unnecessary complexity and potential performance issues in the data model.
  
  By addressing the root cause of the error and following the suggested solutions, you can effectively manage InfoObjects in your SAP BW/BI environment.