How To Fix WEBI_CHECKS120 - Consistency of Service Definitions (Associated Type of SOAP Extension)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WEBI_CHECKS - WEBI Checks

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Consistency of Service Definitions (Associated Type of SOAP Extension)

What causes this issue?

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

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_CHECKS120 - Consistency of Service Definitions (Associated Type of SOAP Extension) ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WEBI_CHECKS120 related to Consistency of Service Definitions (Associated Type of SOAP Extension):
  
  Error Message
  WEBI_CHECKS120
  
  Consistency of Service Definitions (Associated Type of SOAP Extension)
  
  Cause
  This error typically occurs in SAP BusinessObjects Web Intelligence (WebI) environments when there is an inconsistency or mismatch in the SOAP web service definitions used by the system. Specifically, it relates to the SOAP extensions configured for the web services that WebI uses to communicate with other components or external services.
  Common causes include:
  
  Mismatch in SOAP extension types: The associated SOAP extension type defined in the service configuration does not match the expected or required type.
  Corrupted or inconsistent service definitions: The service definitions stored in the CMS (Central Management Server) repository or configuration files are inconsistent or corrupted.
  Version incompatibility: Differences between the versions of WebI, the BI platform, or the SOAP services can cause inconsistencies.
  Manual changes or incorrect configuration: Manual edits to service definitions or SOAP extension configurations that do not follow the correct format or expected values.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the WEBI_CHECKS120 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Verify SOAP Extension Configuration:
  
  Check the SOAP extension types configured in the WebI service definitions.
  Ensure that the associated SOAP extension type matches the expected type for your version of SAP BusinessObjects.
  This can be done via the Central Management Console (CMC) or by inspecting the configuration files.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Repair Service Definitions:
  
  If the service definitions are corrupted, try to recreate or repair them.
  You may need to export the current configuration, correct inconsistencies, and re-import.
  Alternatively, restore from a known good backup.
  
  
  
  Check for Version Compatibility:
  
  Ensure that all components (WebI, BI platform, SOAP services) are compatible and patched to the recommended levels.
  Apply any relevant SAP Notes or patches that address SOAP service inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Review SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to WEBI_CHECKS120 or SOAP extension issues.
  SAP Notes often provide specific instructions or patches for known issues.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  After making configuration changes, restart the SAP BusinessObjects services to apply changes.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, gather logs and configuration details and open a support ticket with SAP.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP BusinessObjects Web Intelligence (WebI) uses SOAP web services extensively for communication between components.
  SOAP extensions define how SOAP messages are processed and extended; inconsistencies here can break communication.
  The Central Management Console (CMC) is the primary tool to manage service definitions and configurations.
  SAP Notes and Knowledge Base Articles (KBAs) related to WebI and SOAP services can provide patches and detailed troubleshooting steps.
  Typical log files to check include:
  
  WebIntelligence.log
  CMS.log
  Audit.log
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WEBI_CHECKS120 - Consistency of Service Definitions (Associated Type of SOAP Extension)
  
  
  Cause
  Mismatch or inconsistency in SOAP extension types in service definitions
  
  
  Solution
  Verify and correct SOAP extension types, repair service definitions, ensure version compatibility, apply SAP Notes, restart services
  
  
  Tools
  Central Management Console (CMC), SAP Support Portal, SAP Notes
  
  
  Logs to Check
  WebIntelligence.log, CMS.log, Audit.log
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., when the error occurs, system version), I can help tailor the solution further.