How To Fix TSGEN216 - Task & completed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TSGEN - Messages For Transaction SGEN

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Task & completed

What causes this issue?

The specified parallel task was terminated due to one of the following
reasons:
<ZH>Standard case:</> No more objects with GENSTATUS = 'I' could be
found (generation is terminated is the normal way).
The generation was terminated by the user (consistent termination).
The generation is terminated by the system, since a large number of
generation errors (GENSTATUS = 'E') (see message TSGEN 228) occurred.
You cand find the definition of the generation status in the
documentation of DB table <DS:TB.GENSETC>GENSETC</> (Storage of
Generation Set).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TSGEN216 - Task & completed ?

  The SAP error message TSGEN216 typically indicates that a task has been completed, but there may be issues related to the task's execution or its status in the system. This message can arise in various contexts, such as during the execution of background jobs, workflow processes, or transport requests.
  Cause:
  
  
  Task Completion: The message indicates that a task has been completed, which may be expected behavior. However, if you are encountering this message unexpectedly, it could be due to:
  
  A task that was not executed properly.
  Dependencies on other tasks that were not met.
  Issues with the configuration or setup of the task.
  
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the task from being processed correctly.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user executing the task may not have the necessary authorizations, leading to incomplete execution.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Task Status: Review the status of the task in the relevant transaction (e.g., SM37 for background jobs). Ensure that it has completed successfully and check for any error messages or logs associated with it.
  
  
  Review Logs: Look at the application logs (transaction SLG1) or system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Verify Dependencies: Ensure that all prerequisite tasks or processes have been completed successfully before the task in question.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Confirm that the user executing the task has the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  
  
  Re-execute the Task: If the task did not complete as expected, try re-executing it after addressing any identified issues.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific task or process you are working with for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), SLG1 (Application Log), and SM21 (System Log) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to TSGEN216 or the specific task you are working with for any patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the TSGEN216 error message in SAP.