How To Fix RSFBP046 - Navigation attributes are not possible for field &1

RSFBP046 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSFBP - Open ODS Layer Object

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Navigation attributes are not possible for field &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSFBP046 - Navigation attributes are not possible for field &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSFBP046, which states "Navigation attributes are not possible for field &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when dealing with InfoObjects and their attributes. This error indicates that the system is unable to navigate using the specified field because it is not set up correctly for navigation attributes.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Field Type: The field specified in the error message (&1) may not be defined as a navigation attribute in the InfoObject. Navigation attributes are typically used to provide additional context or filtering options for key figures in reports.
  
  
  Data Model Configuration: The InfoObject may not be properly configured to allow navigation attributes. This could be due to missing settings in the InfoObject definition or the data model.
  
  
  Hierarchy Issues: If the field is part of a hierarchy, there may be issues with how the hierarchy is defined or how it interacts with