How To Fix WEBI_CHECKS111 - Consistency of Service Definitions (Exception of Function)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WEBI_CHECKS - WEBI Checks

• Message number: 111

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

What causes this issue?

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

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_CHECKS111 - Consistency of Service Definitions (Exception of Function) ?

  The SAP error message WEBI_CHECKS111: Consistency of Service Definitions (Exception of Function) typically occurs in the context of SAP BusinessObjects Web Intelligence (WebI) or related BI platform services. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency or mismatch in the service definitions or configurations that WebI relies on to function properly.
  
  Cause
  
  Inconsistent or corrupted service definitions: The error usually arises when the service definitions (such as WebI Processing Server, WebI Query Server, or other related services) are not consistent across the BI platform or have been corrupted.
  Version mismatch: Different components of the BI platform might be running incompatible versions or patches, causing inconsistencies.
  Improper configuration or deployment: Changes in the environment, such as upgrades, patches, or manual configuration changes, may lead to inconsistent service definitions.
  Cache or repository issues: Sometimes, cached service definitions or repository metadata might be outdated or corrupted.
  Transport or import errors: When moving objects or configurations between environments (e.g., DEV to PROD), inconsistencies can occur if the transport/import process is incomplete or faulty.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Service Consistency:
  
  Use the Central Management Console (CMC) to verify that all WebI-related services are properly configured and running.
  Ensure that the WebI Processing Server and WebI Query Server are correctly defined and consistent across nodes.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  Restart the SAP BusinessObjects services, especially the WebI Processing Server and related services, to clear any temporary inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Clear Cache:
  
  Clear the cache of the BI platform and the WebI Processing Server to remove any stale or corrupted cached data.
  
  
  
  Verify Version Compatibility:
  
  Confirm that all BI platform components and patches are compatible and consistent.
  If there was a recent upgrade or patch, verify that it was applied correctly.
  
  
  
  Re-import or Re-deploy Service Definitions:
  
  If the error occurred after a transport or import, try re-importing the service definitions or objects.
  Use the Import Wizard carefully to ensure all dependencies are included.
  
  
  
  Check Logs for Details:
  
  Review the WebI Processing Server logs and CMS logs for more detailed error messages that can pinpoint the exact inconsistency.
  
  
  
  Repair or Reinstall Components:
  
  In severe cases, repairing or reinstalling the WebI Processing Server or related components may be necessary.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes using the error code or message text.
  Contact SAP Support if the issue persists, providing logs and environment details.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP BusinessObjects Web Intelligence (WebI): The tool for ad-hoc reporting and analysis.
  WebI Processing Server: The server component responsible for processing WebI reports.
  Central Management Console (CMC): The administration interface for managing BI platform services.
  SAP Notes: SAP regularly publishes notes and patches that address known issues; searching the SAP Support Portal with the error message or code can provide specific fixes.
  BI Platform Version: Ensure you know the exact version and patch level of your BI platform, as fixes and behaviors can vary.
  
  
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  Error Message
  WEBI_CHECKS111: Consistency of Service Definitions (Exception of Function)
  
  
  Cause
  Inconsistent or corrupted WebI service definitions, version mismatch, improper config
  
  
  Solution
  Verify and correct service definitions in CMC, restart services, clear cache, check versions, re-import definitions, consult logs, apply SAP Notes
  
  
  Related Info
  WebI Processing Server, CMC, SAP Notes, BI platform version compatibility
  
  
  
  
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