How To Fix RSFBP126 - Field &1: Navigation attribute &2 needs to be turned on

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSFBP - Open ODS Layer Object

• Message number: 126

• Message text: Field &1: Navigation attribute &2 needs to be turned on

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSFBP126 - Field &1: Navigation attribute &2 needs to be turned on ?

  The SAP error message RSFBP126 indicates that a navigation attribute in a data model (typically in the context of SAP BW or SAP HANA) is not activated or turned on. This can occur when you are trying to use a navigation attribute in a query or report, but the attribute is not set up correctly in the underlying data model.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following reasons:
  
  Navigation Attribute Not Activated: The navigation attribute you are trying to use has not been activated in the InfoObject or data model.
  Model Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the InfoObject or the data model that prevent the navigation attribute from being used.
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which the query is pulling data may not have the navigation attribute defined.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSFBP126 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check InfoObject Settings:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSD1).
  Find the InfoObject that corresponds to the field mentioned in the error message (Field &1).
  Check if the navigation attribute (Field &2) is activated. If it is not, activate it.
  
  
  
  Activate Navigation Attributes:
  
  In the InfoObject maintenance screen, navigate to the "Attributes" tab.
  Ensure that the navigation attribute is marked as "Active". If it is not, activate it.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Data Model:
  
  If you have made changes to the InfoObject, you may need to rebuild the data model or the InfoProvider that uses this InfoObject.
  Use the transaction RSBMD to manage and activate the data model.
  
  
  
  Check Query Design:
  
  If you are using a query in BEx Query Designer, ensure that the navigation attribute is included in the query definition.
  If necessary, re-add the navigation attribute to the query.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment and the changes need to be transported to a production environment, ensure that the transport requests are correctly set up and released.
  
  
  
  Test the Query:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the query or report again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for InfoObjects and navigation attributes for more detailed information on how to configure and use them.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSFBP126 error and successfully use the navigation attribute in your queries or reports.