How To Fix GB206 - Validation/substitution: Programs should be regenerated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GB - Messages used by the Boolean code generator

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Validation/substitution: Programs should be regenerated

What causes this issue?

The generation of the main program for validations, substitutions, and
rules in all clients is completed, but no code was regenerated for the
individual validations, substitutions, or rules. Normally, the system
continues to function error-free using the old code.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

In order to prevent possible errors, regenerate the code for your
validations, substitutions, and rules.
Upon complete of the upgrade, execute report RGUGBR00 for all clients
in which you currently use validations, substitutions, or rules.
Select these parameters:
"Generate rules"
"Generate validations"
"Generate substitutions"
"Generate sets"
"Generate rule usage"
"Generate validation usage"
"Generate substitution usage"

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GB206 - Validation/substitution: Programs should be regenerated ?

  The SAP error message GB206, which states "Validation/substitution: Programs should be regenerated," typically occurs in the context of validation and substitution rules in the SAP system. This error indicates that the validation or substitution logic has been changed, and the associated programs need to be regenerated to reflect these changes.
  Cause:
  
  Changes in Validation/Substitution Rules: If there have been modifications to the validation or substitution rules in the system, the programs that utilize these rules need to be regenerated to ensure they are in sync with the latest logic.
  Transport Requests: If changes were transported from a development environment to a production environment, the programs may not have been regenerated after the transport.
  System Upgrades or Patches: Upgrading the SAP system or applying patches can sometimes lead to the need for regeneration of programs.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GB206 error, you need to regenerate the affected programs. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  Access the Transaction Code: Use transaction code OB28 to access the validation/substitution configuration.
  Check for Changes: Review the validation and substitution rules to confirm that changes have been made.
  Regenerate Programs:
  
  Go to transaction code OB28 (for validations) or OB29 (for substitutions).
  Select the relevant validation or substitution rule.
  Use the "Regenerate" option to regenerate the associated programs.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After regeneration, test the relevant transactions to ensure that the validation and substitution logic is functioning as expected.
  Transport Changes: If you are working in a development environment, ensure that the changes are properly transported to the quality assurance and production environments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB28 - For managing validation rules.
  OB29 - For managing substitution rules.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or known issues related to the GB206 error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on validation and substitution to understand how they work and how to manage them effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.