How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_SBMC_UTIL000 - Class '&1' does not exist or is inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_SBMC_UTIL -

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Class '&1' does not exist or is inconsistent

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 /IWBEP/CM_SBMC_UTIL000 - Class '&1' does not exist or is inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_SBMC_UTIL000 Class '&1' does not exist or is inconsistent typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway or OData services. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific class that is required for the operation you are trying to perform, or that the class exists but is not in a consistent state.
  Causes:
  
  Class Does Not Exist: The specified class (denoted by &1) may not have been created or activated in the system.
  Inconsistent Class: The class may exist but could be inconsistent due to missing implementations, errors in the code, or issues during the activation process.
  Transport Issues: If the class was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport that led to an incomplete or inconsistent state.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the class.
  Namespace Issues: The class might be in a different namespace that is not accessible or recognized in the current context.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Class Existence: Use transaction SE24 (Class Builder) to check if the class exists. If it does not, you may need to create it or ensure it is properly transported into the system.
  Activate the Class: If the class exists but is inconsistent, try to activate it again in SE24. This can resolve issues related to inconsistencies.
  Check Transport Logs: If the class was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate what went wrong during the transport.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the class. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user roles.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant code to see where the error is occurring and gather more information about the context of the error.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or notes from SAP that might provide additional context or solutions for this specific error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE24 (Class Builder), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) can be useful for checking related objects.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific class to see if there are known issues or patches available.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they found.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.