How To Fix SUPG_SGEN586 - No value for SGEN_MODE set in UPGPARAM

SUPG_SGEN586 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SUPG_SGEN - Message texts for Upgrade SGEN

• Message number: 586

• Message text: No value for SGEN_MODE set in UPGPARAM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SUPG_SGEN586 - No value for SGEN_MODE set in UPGPARAM ?

  The SAP error message SUPG_SGEN586 indicates that there is no value set for the parameter SGEN_MODE in the UPGPARAM table. This parameter is crucial for the SAP system's generation process, particularly when using the transaction SPAU or SPDD for adjusting modifications after an upgrade.
  
  Cause:
  The absence of a value for SGEN_MODE in the UPGPARAM table can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Upgrade Process: During an upgrade, the system may not have properly set the SGEN_MODE parameter.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the upgrade parameters.
  Missing Entries: The entry for SGEN_MODE might be missing or incorrectly configured in the UPGPARAM table.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check UPGPARAM Table:
  
  Use transaction SE11 to view the UPGPARAM table.
  Look for the entry related to SGEN_MODE. If it is missing, you will need to add it.
  
  
  
  Set SGEN_MODE:
  
  If the entry exists but is empty, you can set it to a valid value. Common