How To Fix PU167 - Dynpro &1 &2: Generation error


PU167 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: PU - Upgrade and Transport Log Messages

  • Message number: 167

  • Message text: Dynpro &1 &2: Generation error

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  • What causes this issue?

    Screen &V1& &V2& contains a syntax error. The error text is displayed
    in a log line.

    System Response

    The screen cannot be generated.

    How to fix this error?

    If the log line with the error text is not yet visible, expand the log
    using <LS>Expand</> or <LS>Expand all</>.
    To analyze the error in more detail, you can check the screen in
    transaction SE51 by choosing <LS>Screen</> -> <LS>Check</>. The faulty
    section is displayed in the screen editor.
    <ZH>Note</>
    A screen may be faulty in the transport target system, despite
    functioning correctly in the source system. This is due to the
    different environment (missing or different INCLUDE programs or ABAP
    Dictionary objects) that the screen encounters in the target system.
    Check if the error can be corrected by transporting dependent objects.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PU167 - Dynpro &1 &2: Generation error ?
    The SAP error message PU167, which states "Dynpro &1 &2: Generation error," typically occurs during the generation of a screen (dynpro) in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including issues with the screen's definition, inconsistencies in the underlying data, or problems with the ABAP code associated with the screen.
    Causes:
    
    Syntax Errors: There may be syntax errors in the ABAP code associated with the screen.
    Missing Objects: Required objects (like fields, tables, or function modules) may be missing or incorrectly defined.
    Inconsistent Data: The data used to generate the screen may be inconsistent or corrupted.
    Transport Issues: If the screen was transported from one system to another, there may be issues with the transport itself.
    Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations can prevent the generation of the screen.
    System Configuration: Configuration issues in the SAP system can also lead to this error.
    
    Solutions:
    
    Check Syntax: Review the ABAP code for any syntax errors. Use

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