LG Dishwasher Error Code bE: Meaning & How to Fix It

By the ErrorCodePro Editorial Team · Last reviewed October 20, 2026

LG dishwasher error code bE means: Oversudsing from dish soap or too much detergent. [1] Keep using it? Not until the cause is fixed. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: stop using dish soap.

Quick facts

Code	bE
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	LG dishwasher
System	Suds / detergent
Official meaning	Oversudsing from dish soap or too much detergent. [1]
Keep using it?	Not until the cause is fixed
DIY-safe?	Owner checks only (listed below)
Support	LG: 1-800-243-0000

On this page: Meaning · Steps · Parts · When to call a technician · Related codes · FAQ

What error code bE means on an LG dishwasher

Oversudsing from dish soap or too much detergent. [1]

This is a suds / detergent code. Codes and wording can vary by model, so check your owner's manual for your model number.

How to fix LG dishwasher error code bE (safe owner checks)

Safety first: disconnect power before you remove any panel or reach into the sump or drum. Do not touch wiring, the control board or the motor. If you see water near electrical parts, stop and call a technician. These steps are based on LG's published guidance [1], rewritten for clarity.

Stop using dish soap. Use detergent made for dishwashers.
Test empty. Run the dishwasher empty without detergent to confirm.
Reduce suds. Set rinse aid to L0, put about 200 ml (7 oz) of milk in a bowl on the upper rack, and run Standard with Extra Dry + Rinse. Afterwards, restore the rinse aid setting.

Parts that may be involved

Exact parts depend on your model number. This page lists part types only, never part numbers.

No specific part is implied by the manufacturer's guidance for this code.

When to call a technician

bE appears without any suds
Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
The appliance is under warranty: contact LG: 1-800-243-0000 first

Frequently asked questions

What does error code bE mean on an LG dishwasher?

LG lists bE as follows: Oversudsing from dish soap or too much detergent.

Is it safe to keep using the dishwasher with bE?

Not until the cause is fixed.

Can I fix LG dishwasher error bE myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: stop using dish soap. If it persists, call a technician or LG: 1-800-243-0000.

Sources

LG USA Support: Dishwasher Guide to Error Codes (official)

Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with LG.