How To Fix S_CUS_IMG024 - The IMG is being generated in the background (job number: &/user &)

S_CUS_IMG024 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_CUS_IMG - Messages for Project Processing/Administration

• Message number: 024

• Message text: The IMG is being generated in the background (job number: &/user &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_CUS_IMG024 - The IMG is being generated in the background (job number: &/user &) ?

  The SAP error message S_CUS_IMG024 indicates that the Implementation Guide (IMG) is currently being generated in the background. This process can take some time, and while it is running, you may not be able to access certain functionalities related to the IMG.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a user attempts to access the IMG while it is being generated. The generation of the IMG is typically triggered by a background job, which can be initiated for various reasons, such as updates, changes in configuration, or system maintenance.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Wait for Completion: The simplest solution is to wait for the background job to complete. You can check the status of the job using transaction code SM37. Look for the job with the job number mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  Check Job Status:
  
  Go to transaction SM37.
  Enter the job number provided in the error message.
  Check if the job is still running or if it has completed successfully.
  
  
  
  Retry Accessing