How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_EQ006 - Getting Value help for easy query-'&1' ended in an exception in '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_EQ -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Getting Value help for easy query-'&1' ended in an exception in '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_EQ006 - Getting Value help for easy query-'&1' ended in an exception in '&2' ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_EQ006 typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway and OData services when there is an issue retrieving value help for an Easy Query. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, data inconsistencies, or problems with the underlying OData service.
  Cause
  
  Configuration Issues: The Easy Query might not be properly configured, or the associated OData service might not be activated.
  Data Issues: There could be inconsistencies or missing data in the underlying database tables that the Easy Query is trying to access.
  Authorization Problems: The user might not have the necessary authorizations to access the data or the OData service.
  Service Errors: The OData service might be encountering runtime errors due to coding issues or exceptions in the backend logic.
  Network Issues: Connectivity problems between the frontend and backend systems can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the Easy Query is correctly configured in the SAP system.
  Verify that the OData service is activated in the SAP Gateway (transaction /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE).
  
  
  
  Review Data:
  
  Check the underlying database tables for any inconsistencies or missing entries that the Easy Query relies on.
  Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to inspect the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the OData service and the underlying data.
  Use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Debugging the OData Service:
  
  If you have access, debug the OData service to identify any runtime exceptions or errors in the code.
  Check the logs in transaction SLG1 for any error messages related to the OData service.
  
  
  
  Network and Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues affecting the connection between the frontend and backend systems.
  Check for any firewall or proxy settings that might be interfering with the communication.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error message or provide patches and updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: To manage OData services.
  SLG1: To view application logs for troubleshooting.
  SE11 or SE16: To view and analyze database tables.
  
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Easy Queries and OData services for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message /IWBEP/CM_EQ006. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.