How To Fix WZ209 - Error during generation but dynpro was saved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WZ - Workflow: Model objects

• Message number: 209

• Message text: Error during generation but dynpro was saved

What causes this issue?

It was possible to create, but not generate a screen. Syntax errors or
inconsistencies were revealed.

System Response

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?

Eliminate the screen errors using <DS:TRAN.SWUG>transaction SWUG</> and
generate the screen again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZ209 - Error during generation but dynpro was saved ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WZ209 - Error during generation but dynpro was saved
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs during the generation of a screen (dynpro) in the ABAP Workbench (SE80 or SE41) or during transport/import of screen objects. The system successfully saves the screen layout but encounters an error while generating the screen's runtime objects (like the flow logic or the screen processing program).
  Common causes include:
  
  Syntax errors or inconsistencies in the flow logic (PBO/PAI modules) or screen attributes.
  Missing or incorrect references in the screen flow logic.
  Transport or system inconsistencies where the screen is saved but the generation step fails.
  Buffer or repository inconsistencies in the SAP system.
  Authorization issues preventing generation.
  System or kernel issues during generation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Flow Logic:
  
  Open the screen in the Screen Painter (SE51).
  Verify the PBO (Process Before Output) and PAI (Process After Input) modules for syntax errors.
  Correct any invalid ABAP code or references.
  
  
  
  Regenerate the Screen:
  
  In SE51, after correcting errors, regenerate the screen by choosing Utilities ? Generate.
  Alternatively, use transaction SE80 to regenerate the screen.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Logs:
  
  If the error occurred during transport import, check the transport logs (STMS) for detailed error messages.
  Re-import the transport after fixing the issues.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure the user performing the generation has the necessary authorizations (e.g., S_DEVELOP, S_CTS_ADMI).
  
  
  
  Clear Buffer and Recompile:
  
  Sometimes, clearing the buffer or recompiling related programs helps.
  Use transaction SE38 to recompile the screen's associated program.
  
  
  
  Check for System Issues:
  
  If the problem persists, check system logs (SM21) and short dumps (ST22) for related errors.
  Consult BASIS team if kernel or system inconsistencies are suspected.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to WZ209.
  Sometimes, specific kernel patches or SAP Notes address generation issues.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SE51: Screen Painter for editing and generating screens.
  Transaction SE80: Object Navigator for managing development objects.
  Transaction STMS: Transport Management System for import/export logs.
  Transaction ST22: ABAP Runtime Error Analysis.
  Transaction SM21: System Log.
  SAP Notes: Check for notes related to screen generation errors or WZ209.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Error during screen generation due to syntax errors, missing references, or system issues.
  
  
  Solution
  Correct flow logic, regenerate screen, check transports and authorizations, clear buffers.
  
  
  Tools
  SE51, SE80, STMS, ST22, SM21, SAP Notes.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact context (e.g., during transport import, during screen editing), I can help with more targeted steps.