How To Fix TSGEN206 - Task: Post-generate objects of the previous run / Regeneration

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TSGEN - Messages For Transaction SGEN

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Task: Post-generate objects of the previous run / Regeneration

Note
For a description of this generation task, see the
<DS:DT.TX_SGEN_INFO1_PARA>Online Documentation</> of the transaction
SGEN.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TSGEN206 - Task: Post-generate objects of the previous run / Regeneration ?

  The SAP error message TSGEN206 typically occurs during the regeneration of objects in the SAP system, particularly when there are issues with the previous generation run of objects. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when working with ABAP programs, function modules, or other development objects.
  Cause:
  The TSGEN206 error message indicates that there are tasks that need to be completed from a previous generation run. This can happen due to several reasons, including:
  
  Incomplete Generation: The previous generation run did not complete successfully, leaving some objects in an incomplete state.
  Lock Issues: There may be locks on certain objects that prevent the regeneration process from completing.
  Transport Issues: If the objects are part of a transport request, there may be issues with the transport that need to be resolved.
  Dependency Issues: There may be dependencies between objects that are not met, causing the regeneration to fail.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TSGEN206 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Previous Generation Log: Review the logs from the previous generation run to identify any specific errors or warnings that may indicate what went wrong.
  
  
  Complete Pending Tasks: If there are tasks that were not completed from the previous run, you may need to manually complete them. This can often be done through transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Builder).
  
  
  Release Locks: If there are locks on objects, you can use transaction code SM12 to check for and release any locks that may be preventing the regeneration.
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: If the objects are part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is correctly released and that there are no issues with the transport directory.
  
  
  Regenerate Objects: After addressing any issues, attempt to regenerate the objects again. You can do this through the appropriate transaction code or development environment.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: If the issue persists, check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), and SM12 (Lock Entries).
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to object generation and transport management for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issues causing the TSGEN206 error message in your SAP system.