How To Fix WEBI_CHECKS105 - Consistency of Service Definitions (Function Parameters)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WEBI_CHECKS - WEBI Checks

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Consistency of Service Definitions (Function Parameters)

What causes this issue?

The purpose of this check is to report inconsistencies in Function
Parameters of Service Definitions (table VEPFUNCTIONS).

System Response

Inconsistent entries are reported.

How to fix this error?

Use Report <DS:REPN.WEBI_REPAIR>WEBI_REPAIR</> to repair the service
definition (<DS:RE.WEBI_REPAIR>report documentation</> ).

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WEBI_CHECKS105 - Consistency of Service Definitions (Function Parameters) ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WEBI_CHECKS105: Consistency of Service Definitions (Function Parameters):
  
  Error Message
  WEBI_CHECKS105: Consistency of Service Definitions (Function Parameters)
  
  Cause
  This error typically occurs in SAP BusinessObjects Web Intelligence (WebI) when there is an inconsistency or mismatch in the service definitions related to function parameters. Specifically, it happens when the parameters defined in a WebI report's data provider (such as a Universe or a Web Service) do not match the expected or configured parameters in the underlying service or data source.
  Common causes include:
  
  Changes in the Universe or Web Service definition after the WebI report was created, such as:
  
  Added, removed, or renamed function parameters.
  Changed data types or parameter order.
  
  
  Corruption or inconsistency in the WebI report's metadata.
  Mismatched versions between the WebI report and the data source or service.
  Issues during migration or transport of reports between environments (e.g., DEV to PROD).
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the WEBI_CHECKS105 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Verify Service Definitions:
  
  Check the underlying Universe or Web Service definition to confirm the current function parameters.
  Ensure that the parameters expected by the WebI report match exactly (name, type, order).
  
  
  
  Update or Refresh the WebI Report:
  
  Open the WebI report in the Web Intelligence Rich Client or Web interface.
  Refresh the data provider or re-import the data source to update the parameter definitions.
  If the Universe or Web Service has changed, you may need to re-map or adjust the query filters and prompts accordingly.
  
  
  
  Check for Parameter Changes:
  
  If parameters were renamed or removed, update the report queries and prompts to reflect these changes.
  If new parameters were added, ensure the report is updated to handle them.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Data Provider (if necessary):
  
  In some cases, it may be easier to recreate the data provider/query in the WebI report to ensure consistency.
  
  
  
  Check for Version Compatibility:
  
  Ensure that the WebI report and the data source (Universe/Web Service) are compatible in terms of SAP BusinessObjects platform versions.
  
  
  
  Clear Cache and Restart Services:
  
  Sometimes, cached metadata can cause inconsistencies. Clear the cache and restart the BI services if needed.
  
  
  
  Check Logs for More Details:
  
  Review the WebI and CMS server logs for more detailed error messages that can help pinpoint the inconsistency.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  SAP Notes and KB Articles:
  
  Check SAP Support Portal for notes related to WEBI_CHECKS105 or similar WebI consistency errors.
  Example SAP Note: Check for Universe or Web Service parameter changes causing WebI errors.
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Always document and communicate changes in Universe or Web Service definitions.
  Test reports after any backend changes.
  Use version control and transport management carefully to avoid mismatches.
  
  
  
  Tools:
  
  Use the Information Design Tool (IDT) or Universe Design Tool (UDT) to verify Universe parameters.
  Use Web Intelligence Query Panel to inspect and adjust query parameters.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., type of data source, recent changes, environment), I can help tailor the solution further.