How To Fix WEBI_CHECKS115 - Consistency of Service Definitions (Field References)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WEBI_CHECKS - WEBI Checks

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Consistency of Service Definitions (Field References)

What causes this issue?

The purpose of this check is to report inconsistencies in Associated
Functions of SOAP Extension of Service Definitions (table
VEPFUNCSOAPEXT).

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WEBI_CHECKS115 - Consistency of Service Definitions (Field References) ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WEBI_CHECKS115 Consistency of Service Definitions (Field References)
  
  Cause
  This error typically occurs in SAP BusinessObjects Web Intelligence (WebI) when there is an inconsistency or mismatch in the service definitions related to field references. Specifically, it happens when the metadata or the field references used in a WebI document or universe are inconsistent, outdated, or corrupted. This can be due to:
  
  Changes in the underlying data source or universe (e.g., renamed or deleted fields).
  Inconsistent or corrupted service definitions in the WebI document.
  Mismatched or missing field references after migration or upgrade.
  Issues with the semantic layer or the connection between WebI and the data source.
  
  
  Explanation
  
  Service Definitions in WebI define how fields and objects are referenced and used in reports.
  If these definitions become inconsistent (e.g., a field referenced in the report no longer exists or has changed), WebI throws this error to indicate that it cannot resolve the field references properly.
  This is a consistency check error to ensure that the report's metadata aligns with the current universe or data source schema.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check and Synchronize Universe/Metadata:
  
  Verify that the universe or data source schema has not changed.
  If changes were made (e.g., fields renamed or deleted), update the WebI document accordingly.
  Refresh or re-import the universe or data source metadata in the WebI document.
  
  
  
  Repair or Rebuild the WebI Document:
  
  Open the WebI document in the Web Intelligence Rich Client or BI Launchpad.
  Use the "Refresh" or "Update" option to synchronize the document with the current universe.
  Remove or replace any invalid or missing fields.
  
  
  
  Check for Corruption:
  
  If the document is corrupted, try creating a new WebI report using the same universe and compare.
  Export and re-import the report if necessary.
  
  
  
  Clear Cache and Restart Services:
  
  Sometimes, cached metadata causes inconsistencies.
  Clear the BI platform cache and restart the WebI Processing Server and related services.
  
  
  
  Check for Patch or Upgrade Issues:
  
  If this error started after an upgrade or patch, check SAP Notes for known issues.
  Apply any relevant patches or fixes.
  
  
  
  Use SAP Support and Notes:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for the error code WEBI_CHECKS115.
  Review SAP Notes or Knowledge Base Articles for specific fixes or workarounds.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP BusinessObjects Web Intelligence (WebI): The reporting tool where this error occurs.
  Universes: Semantic layer objects that define the data model for WebI reports.
  SAP Notes: SAP often provides notes for known issues related to WebI errors.
  Metadata Synchronization: Ensuring that the report metadata matches the universe/data source schema.
  BI Platform Cache: Cached metadata can cause inconsistencies; clearing cache can help.
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WEBI_CHECKS115 Consistency of Service Definitions (Field References)
  
  
  Cause
  Inconsistent or outdated field references in WebI document due to changes in universe or data source
  
  
  Solution
  Refresh/update universe metadata, repair WebI document, clear cache, restart services, check SAP Notes
  
  
  Related Info
  Web Intelligence, Universes, Metadata synchronization, SAP Support Portal
  
  
  
  
  If you continue to face issues, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing the WebI document and universe details for deeper analysis.