How To Fix RSFBP308 - Field &1: Field &2 of navigation attribute not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSFBP - Open ODS Layer Object

• Message number: 308

• Message text: Field &1: Field &2 of navigation attribute not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSFBP308 - Field &1: Field &2 of navigation attribute not found ?

  The SAP error message RSFBP308 typically indicates that there is an issue with a navigation attribute in a query or report. This error occurs when the system cannot find a specific field (attribute) that is expected to be present in the data model or InfoProvider.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Navigation Attribute: The navigation attribute specified in the error message is not defined in the data model or InfoProvider.
  Incorrect Field Name: The field name referenced in the error message may be misspelled or incorrectly specified in the query.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model (like changes in InfoObjects or InfoProviders) may have led to the removal or renaming of the navigation attribute.
  Transport Issues: If the data model was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport that caused the navigation attribute to be lost or not properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Data Model: Verify that the navigation attribute exists in the InfoObject or InfoProvider. You can do this by navigating to the relevant InfoObject in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  Correct Field Names: Ensure that the field names used in the query are correct and match the names defined in the data model.
  Recreate or Adjust Navigation Attributes: If the navigation attribute is missing, you may need to recreate it or adjust the existing attributes in the data model.
  Check Query Definition: Review the query definition in the Query Designer to ensure that all fields and navigation attributes are correctly defined and available.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, validate that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that there are no inconsistencies in the target system.
  Activate Objects: Sometimes, simply activating the InfoObjects or InfoProviders can resolve the issue if they were not properly activated after changes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP BW documentation for information on navigation attributes and how they are used in queries.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSFBP308 error in your SAP BW environment.