How To Fix RODPS800 - Field &1 in ODP &2 cannot be used as a navigation attribute

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RODPS - Operation Data Provider

• Message number: 800

• Message text: Field &1 in ODP &2 cannot be used as a navigation attribute

What causes this issue?

The InfoObject name for the field &V1&, which you want to use as a
navigation attribute, is the same as the InfoObject name (for the same
field) used as an display attribute for ODP &V2&.

System Response

The navigation attribute is ignored at runtime and is not displayed, for
example, in the TransientProvider preview of ODP &V3&.

How to fix this error?

Deselect the option in the <LS>Redefine</> column for field &V1& in ODP
&V2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RODPS800 - Field &1 in ODP &2 cannot be used as a navigation attribute ?

  The SAP error message RODPS800 indicates that a specific field (denoted as &1) in the Operational Data Provisioning (ODP) context (denoted as &2) cannot be used as a navigation attribute. This typically occurs in scenarios involving data extraction and reporting, particularly when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA.
  Cause:
  
  Field Characteristics: The field you are trying to use as a navigation attribute may not meet the necessary characteristics. For example, it might not be a characteristic field or may not have the appropriate data type.
  Data Model Restrictions: The data model or the ODP configuration may have restrictions on which fields can be used as navigation attributes. Certain fields may be defined as key figures or may not be suitable for navigation.
  Incompatibility with ODP: The field may not be compatible with the ODP framework, which requires specific configurations for fields to be used as navigation attributes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definition: Verify the definition of the field in the data model. Ensure that it is defined as a characteristic and has the correct data type.
  Review ODP Configuration: Check the ODP configuration for the data source. Ensure that the field is included in the data source and is marked as a navigation attribute if applicable.
  Modify Data Model: If the field is not suitable for navigation, consider modifying the data model to either change the field's characteristics or to use a different field that meets the requirements.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on which fields can be used as navigation attributes in your version of SAP BW or HANA.
  Testing: After making changes, test the data extraction and reporting process to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to ODP and data modeling in SAP BW or HANA for a deeper understanding of navigation attributes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RODPS800 error and implement a suitable solution.