How To Fix TSGEN105 - It may take a few minutes to cancel generation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TSGEN - Messages For Transaction SGEN

• Message number: 105

• Message text: It may take a few minutes to cancel generation

What causes this issue?

You have chosen to terminate generation.

System Response

Since the generation is based on parallel processing, an immediate
termination is impossible. The termination procedure that is realized
here completes the parallel processing for a small object set*. The
background job that manages the parallel processing is subsequently
completed in the same way. Depending on the size of the amount
generated, this procedure may take several minutes or more, but it
finalizes the generation with a consistent system status.
* To find the number of objects X that are still to be processed before
the end of the termination procedure, see <ZK>Job Overview</> ->
<ZK>Job Log</> -> Consistent termination: <(><<)>X> objects still to be
generated.

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?

To avoid inconsistencies in the system, wait until the termination is
indicated with "Job status: completed".
You can generate the objects that are still not generated after the
termination by calling the transaction again and choosing
<ZK>Regenerate the objects of the last run</> -> <ZK>Restart</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TSGEN105 - It may take a few minutes to cancel generation ?

  The SAP error message TSGEN105, which states "It may take a few minutes to cancel generation," typically occurs in the context of generating or processing tasks in SAP, such as report generation, data processing, or other background jobs. This message indicates that the system is attempting to cancel a generation process, but it may take some time to complete the cancellation.
  Cause:
  
  Long-running Process: The generation process that is being canceled may be long-running or resource-intensive, causing the system to take time to properly terminate it.
  System Load: High system load or performance issues can delay the cancellation process.
  Locks or Dependencies: There may be locks or dependencies on the resources being used by the generation process, which can prevent immediate cancellation.
  Background Job Management: The job might be managed by the background job scheduler, which can introduce delays in cancellation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait for Completion: Often, the best course of action is to wait for the system to complete the cancellation process. It may take a few minutes, as indicated by the message.
  Check Job Status: Use transaction codes like SM37 to monitor the status of background jobs. You can check if the job is still running or if it has been successfully canceled.
  Force Cancellation: If the job does not cancel after a reasonable amount of time, you may need to forcefully cancel it. This can be done in SM37 by selecting the job and choosing the option to cancel it.
  System Performance: If this issue occurs frequently, consider checking the system performance and load. You may need to optimize the system or schedule jobs during off-peak hours.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs or system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring), SM21 (System Log), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) for monitoring and troubleshooting.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and significantly impacts operations, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  System Configuration: Ensure that your SAP system is properly configured for background job processing, including appropriate settings for job scheduling and resource allocation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the TSGEN105 error message effectively.