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

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

Samsung dishwasher error code bE means: The panel detects a stuck button. [1] Keep using it? Not until the cause is fixed. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: free the buttons.

Quick facts

Code	bE
Also shown as	6E
Brand / appliance	Samsung dishwasher
System	Control / electronics
Official meaning	The panel detects a stuck button. [1]
Keep using it?	Not until the cause is fixed
DIY-safe?	Owner checks only (listed below)
Support	Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support)

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

What error code bE means on a Samsung dishwasher

The panel detects a stuck button. [1]

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

How to fix Samsung 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 Samsung's published guidance [1], rewritten for clarity.

Free the buttons. Turn the dishwasher off and touch every button on the panel.

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

A button doesn't work or the error returns
Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
The appliance is under warranty: contact Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support) first

Frequently asked questions

What does error code bE mean on a Samsung dishwasher?

Samsung lists bE as follows: The panel detects a stuck button.

Is it safe to keep using the dishwasher with bE?

Not until the cause is fixed.

Can I fix Samsung dishwasher error bE myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: free the buttons. If it persists, call a technician or Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support).

Is 6E the same as bE?

Yes. Samsung's documentation lists 6E with the same meaning as bE; the display format depends on the model.

Sources

https://www.samsung.com/us/support/troubleshoot/TSG10004499/ (official)

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