How To Fix RS_HCPR_MODEL146 - Enter a local name for navigation attribute '&1' of field '&2'

RS_HCPR_MODEL146 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_HCPR_MODEL - Messages related to the HANA Composite Provider Backend

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Enter a local name for navigation attribute '&1' of field '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_HCPR_MODEL146 - Enter a local name for navigation attribute '&1' of field '&2' ?

  The SAP error message RS_HCPR_MODEL146 typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when you are working with InfoObjects, especially when defining navigation attributes for a characteristic. This error indicates that a local name must be provided for a navigation attribute, which is necessary for the system to properly identify and manage the attribute in queries and reports.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you are trying to define a navigation attribute for a characteristic, but you have not provided a local name for that attribute. Navigation attributes are used to enhance the usability of characteristics in queries, allowing users to navigate through related data more intuitively.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to provide a local name for the navigation attribute in question. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the InfoObject: Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1 or RSD1) in your SAP BW system.
  
  
  Edit the