How To Fix RSDMD054 - Error while getting navigation attributes of characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDMD - Messages for master data

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Error while getting navigation attributes of characteristic &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDMD054 - Error while getting navigation attributes of characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSDMD054 indicates that there is an issue when trying to retrieve navigation attributes for a characteristic in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error typically arises during the execution of queries or when trying to access certain data models.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing or Inactive Navigation Attributes: The navigation attributes for the characteristic may not be defined or may be inactive in the InfoObject settings.
  Data Model Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues in the data model, such as missing data or incorrect relationships between InfoObjects.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the navigation attributes.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoObject or its attributes were recently transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the transport.
  Data Source Issues: The underlying data source may not be correctly set up or may be experiencing issues.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSDMD054 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Navigation Attributes:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance (transaction code RSD1).
  Select the characteristic that is causing the error and check if the navigation attributes are defined and active.
  
  
  
  Activate InfoObjects:
  
  If the navigation attributes are inactive, activate them. You can do this in the InfoObject maintenance screen.
  
  
  
  Check Data Model:
  
  Review the data model to ensure that all relationships and dependencies are correctly defined.
  Check for any inconsistencies in the data model that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the query has the necessary authorizations to access the navigation attributes.
  
  
  
  Transport Consistency:
  
  If the InfoObject was transported, check for any inconsistencies in the transport. You may need to re-transport or adjust the settings.
  
  
  
  Check Data Source:
  
  Verify that the data source associated with the InfoObject is correctly configured and that there are no issues with data extraction.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the query or the data model to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSD1: InfoObject maintenance
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to InfoObjects and navigation attributes for further insights.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further assistance.