How To Fix WEBI_CHECKS040 - Cannot check Service Definition &1 (Service Variants not supported)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WEBI_CHECKS - WEBI Checks

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Cannot check Service Definition &1 (Service Variants not supported)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WEBI_CHECKS040 - Cannot check Service Definition &1 (Service Variants not supported) ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WEBI_CHECKS040 Cannot check Service Definition &1 (Service Variants not supported)
  
  Cause
  This error typically occurs in SAP BusinessObjects Web Intelligence (WebI) when the system attempts to check or validate a service definition that includes service variants, which are not supported in the current context or version.
  
  Service Variants refer to different versions or configurations of a service definition.
  The WebI engine or the platform component involved does not support these variants, leading to the failure.
  This can happen during report execution, service validation, or when integrating with certain SAP services or data sources that define multiple service variants.
  
  
  Explanation
  
  The error message indicates that the system cannot process or validate the service definition because it contains variants.
  This is often related to the underlying SAP NetWeaver Gateway services or OData services used as data sources in WebI reports.
  The WebI environment expects a single, consistent service definition without variants.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Service Definition:
  
  Review the service definition referenced in the error (&1 is the placeholder for the service name).
  Ensure that the service does not have multiple variants or versions enabled.
  
  
  
  Use a Supported Service:
  
  If variants exist, try to use a base or default service definition without variants.
  Alternatively, create a new service definition without variants for use in WebI.
  
  
  
  Update or Patch:
  
  Verify if your SAP BusinessObjects and SAP NetWeaver Gateway components are up to date.
  Some versions may not support service variants; applying patches or upgrading might resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Modify the Report or Data Source:
  
  If the report is referencing a service with variants, modify the data source to point to a supported service.
  Avoid using service variants in WebI data providers.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to WEBI_CHECKS040 or service variants.
  There might be specific notes or hotfixes addressing this issue.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP BusinessObjects Web Intelligence (WebI): Reporting tool that can consume data from various SAP services.
  SAP NetWeaver Gateway / OData Services: Often used as data sources in WebI; service variants are configurations within these services.
  Service Variants: Different configurations or versions of a service definition, sometimes used to expose different data or functionality.
  SAP Notes and KBAs: Always check for the latest SAP Notes for known issues and fixes.
  
  
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  Error
  WEBI_CHECKS040 Cannot check Service Definition &1 (Service Variants not supported)
  
  
  Cause
  WebI does not support service definitions that include variants.
  
  
  Solution
  Use a service definition without variants; update or patch SAP components if needed.
  
  
  Related Info
  Check SAP Notes, ensure compatibility between WebI and SAP Gateway/OData services.
  
  
  
  
  If you need further assistance, please provide:
  
  The exact service name (&1 value).
  SAP BusinessObjects and NetWeaver Gateway versions.
  Steps leading to the error.
  
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