How To Fix RSEC486 - &1 is not an InfoObject/navigation attribute

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSEC -

• Message number: 486

• Message text: &1 is not an InfoObject/navigation attribute

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSEC486 - &1 is not an InfoObject/navigation attribute ?

  The SAP error message RSEC486 indicates that a specific field (or InfoObject) you are trying to use is not recognized as a valid InfoObject or navigation attribute in the context of your query or report. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when working with queries, reports, or data modeling.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid InfoObject: The field you are trying to use may not be defined as an InfoObject in the SAP BW system.
  Navigation Attribute Issue: If you are trying to use a navigation attribute, it may not be correctly assigned to the InfoObject you are working with.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model, such as deletion or modification of InfoObjects, can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain InfoObjects.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check InfoObject Definition:
  
  Go to the InfoObject catalog in the SAP BW system and verify that the InfoObject you are trying to use exists and is correctly defined.
  Ensure that it is marked as a navigation attribute if you intend to use it as such.
  
  
  
  Review Query Design:
  
  If you are working with a query, check the query design to ensure that the InfoObject is included in the query structure.
  Make sure that the InfoObject is correctly linked to the relevant InfoProvider.
  
  
  
  Reassign Navigation Attributes:
  
  If the InfoObject is supposed to have navigation attributes, check the settings in the InfoObject maintenance to ensure that the navigation attributes are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Model Changes:
  
  If there have been recent changes to the data model, ensure that all dependencies are updated and that the InfoObject is still valid.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoObject. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific InfoObject and its attributes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to navigate through InfoObjects and check their definitions.
  Debugging: If you have access, you can debug the query or report to see where the error is being triggered.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP BW administrator or technical support for further assistance.