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

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PU - Upgrade and Transport Log Messages

• Message number: 167

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

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 the ABAP Editor (SE38 or SE80) to check for errors.
  Recheck Screen Definition: Ensure that all fields and elements defined in the screen exist and are correctly configured.
  Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the related objects to ensure there are no inconsistencies.
  Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to generate the screen.
  Recreate the Screen: If the issue persists, consider recreating the screen from scratch.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE38 (ABAP Editor) to investigate the issue further.
  Debugging: If you have access, you can debug the program to see where the generation fails.
  SAP Community: The SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  SAP Support: If the problem cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PU167 error and implement a solution.