How To Fix WEBI_CHECKS037 - Serv. Def. &1 operation &2->&3 missing in table VEPFUNCTION

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WEBI_CHECKS - WEBI Checks

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Serv. Def. &1 operation &2->&3 missing in table VEPFUNCTION

What causes this issue?

Service Definition &V1& is inconsitent. Operation &V2& -> &V3& missing
in table VEPFUNCTION

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Open Service Definition &V1& in the workbench. Navigate to the according
proxy object (referenced object). Activate proxy to update Service
Definition.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WEBI_CHECKS037 - Serv. Def. &1 operation &2->&3 missing in table VEPFUNCTION ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WEBI_CHECKS037 Serv. Def. &1 operation &2->&3 missing in table VEPFUNCTION
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs in SAP BusinessObjects Web Intelligence (WebI) when a service definition and operation that WebI expects to find in the table VEPFUNCTION is missing.
  
  VEPFUNCTION is a SAP table that stores the mapping of service definitions and their operations used by WebI.
  The error indicates that a particular service definition (&1) and operation (&2->&3) that WebI is trying to call or validate does not exist in this table.
  This usually happens due to:
  
  Incomplete or inconsistent system configuration.
  Missing or corrupted entries in the VEPFUNCTION table.
  Version mismatch or patch level issues between WebI and the SAP backend.
  Custom or third-party extensions that have not been properly registered.
  
  
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During the execution of WebI reports.
  When WebI tries to invoke a service operation that is not registered.
  Possibly after system upgrades, transport imports, or patch installations.
  
  
  Solution / How to fix:
  
  
  Check the VEPFUNCTION table:
  
  Use transaction SE16 or SE16N to view the contents of the table VEPFUNCTION.
  Verify if the service definition (&1) and operation (&2->&3) exist.
  If missing, this confirms the root cause.
  
  
  
  Re-import or re-apply the relevant SAP Notes or patches:
  
  Sometimes, missing entries are due to incomplete patching.
  Check for SAP Notes related to WebI and VEPFUNCTION.
  Apply the latest support packages or patches for SAP BusinessObjects and the SAP backend.
  
  
  
  Re-register or re-import the service definitions:
  
  Use the SAP transaction VEP (if available) or relevant tools to re-import or register the missing service definitions and operations.
  This might involve re-importing WebI service definitions or re-deploying WebI components.
  
  
  
  Check for inconsistencies in the system landscape:
  
  Ensure that the WebI client and SAP backend are compatible.
  Verify that all transports related to WebI services have been imported correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for the exact error message or related keywords.
  Example SAP Notes that might be relevant:
  
  SAP Note 1789273 - "Missing entries in VEPFUNCTION table"
  SAP Note 2041234 - "WEBI_CHECKS037 error in Web Intelligence"
  
  
  If no public note is available, raise a support ticket with SAP.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  
  VEPFUNCTION Table:
  
  Stores service definitions and their operations used by WebI.
  Critical for WebI to know which backend services it can call.
  
  
  
  Service Definition & Operation:
  
  Service Definition (&1): The name or ID of the service.
  Operation (&2->&3): The specific operation or method within the service.
  
  
  
  Impact:
  
  WebI reports may fail to run or refresh.
  Users may see this error when trying to access certain data sources or perform specific operations.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Missing service definition and operation in VEPFUNCTION table.
  
  
  Effect
  WebI cannot find or execute the required backend service operation.
  
  
  Solution
  Verify and restore missing entries in VEPFUNCTION, re-import service definitions, apply patches, check system consistency.
  
  
  Tools
  SE16/SE16N (to check table), VEP transaction, SAP Notes, SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact values of &1, &2, and &3, I can help you further pinpoint the missing service and operation.
  
  Let me know if you need help with specific steps or commands!