What is SGEN?
(SGEN Stand for SAP Generation Tool) is a serviceability which is used in SAP to regenerate or upgrade the SAP Kernel and Data Dictionary objects in the system. It is run after some certain activities, such as an upgrade, system refresh, or transport of new objects to ensure that all necessary components are correctly generated and available for use in the system.
Why We Run SGEN:
Here are the some primary reasons for running the SGEN transaction in SAP:
Regenerate Repository Objects:
When we perform system changes like upgrades, kernel updates, or transport requests that involve new or modified programs and objects (like ABAP programs, function modules, or Data Dictionary objects), SGEN is used to regenerate and optimize these objects.
Speed Up the System Performance:
Running SGEN precompiles the all ABAP objects and loads them into the shared memory, improving runtime performance. It essentially optimizes the load times of various programs and helps in reducing runtime errors by ensuring that all necessary components are generated.
System Refresh:
After performing a system copy or refresh, the system might not have all the required objects in a usable state, so running SGEN regenerates those objects to ensure they are ready for use in the new environment.
Incomplete Objects:
Sometimes, after transporting or performing system activities, some objects might not be fully available or need to be re-generated due to discrepancies. Running SGEN will correct these issues and make sure that everything is generated properly.
Update Kernel Files and Load Programs:
SGEN helps to ensure that all kernel files (like program source code or executables) are up-to-date and optimized, which can also include various libraries or specific functions required by the SAP system.
When to Run SGEN:
After a System Upgrade or Kernel Update: To regenerate kernel files, programs, and objects, ensuring that all new updates are correctly applied.After a Transport Import: To regenerate objects and precompile them after transports, especially those that involve new or updated ABAP programs.After a System Refresh or Copy: When moving the system to a new environment, SGEN will ensure that all objects are in a consistent and usable state.After Large-Scale Modifications: If there are major changes to the system, such as custom developments, SGEN ensures that these are appropriately regenerated.
How to Run S-Gen:
You can run the SGEN tool by using transaction SGEN in the SAP GUI.
Note:- It runs From SAP*/DDIC user (SID did not have authorization).
Log in to SAP and go to the SGEN transaction.
Select the relevant options, such as:
Regeneration of all repository objectsRegeneration for specific objects or areas
Select all the Software component then Continue.
Execute the process.
The tool will then process the selected objects and regenerate or optimize them, depending on the settings.
Select-start job directly
Job is scheduled and we can monitored that job RSPARAGENR8
Check in SM37- Mentioned job in the Below snap
Important Considerations:
System Performance: Running SGEN can be resource-intensive, so it is best done during off-peak hours to minimize performance impacts.Time Consumption: Depending on the size of the system and the number of objects to regenerate, this process may take a significant amount of time, so planning for an appropriate window is important.Monitoring: You can monitor the progress of the SGEN job through transaction SM37 (for job monitoring) to ensure that it completes without issues.
In summary, SGEN is an important tool in SAP used to regenerate and optimize various components after system changes to ensure everything is functioning smoothly and efficiently.
Hope you enjoyed reading.
Conclusion-
We discussed how to SGEN works after any upgrade Like System Refresh, System Copy etc.
Related information’s-
https://community.sap.com/t5/technology-blogs-by-sap/sgen-an-overview/ba-p/13260642
https://community.sap.com/t5/technology-blogs-by-sap/sgen-faq/ba-p/13114262
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What is SGEN?(SGEN Stand for SAP Generation Tool) is a serviceability which is used in SAP to regenerate or upgrade the SAP Kernel and Data Dictionary objects in the system. It is run after some certain activities, such as an upgrade, system refresh, or transport of new objects to ensure that all necessary components are correctly generated and available for use in the system.Why We Run SGEN:Here are the some primary reasons for running the SGEN transaction in SAP:Regenerate Repository Objects:When we perform system changes like upgrades, kernel updates, or transport requests that involve new or modified programs and objects (like ABAP programs, function modules, or Data Dictionary objects), SGEN is used to regenerate and optimize these objects.Speed Up the System Performance:Running SGEN precompiles the all ABAP objects and loads them into the shared memory, improving runtime performance. It essentially optimizes the load times of various programs and helps in reducing runtime errors by ensuring that all necessary components are generated.System Refresh:After performing a system copy or refresh, the system might not have all the required objects in a usable state, so running SGEN regenerates those objects to ensure they are ready for use in the new environment.Incomplete Objects:Sometimes, after transporting or performing system activities, some objects might not be fully available or need to be re-generated due to discrepancies. Running SGEN will correct these issues and make sure that everything is generated properly.Update Kernel Files and Load Programs:SGEN helps to ensure that all kernel files (like program source code or executables) are up-to-date and optimized, which can also include various libraries or specific functions required by the SAP system.When to Run SGEN:After a System Upgrade or Kernel Update: To regenerate kernel files, programs, and objects, ensuring that all new updates are correctly applied.After a Transport Import: To regenerate objects and precompile them after transports, especially those that involve new or updated ABAP programs.After a System Refresh or Copy: When moving the system to a new environment, SGEN will ensure that all objects are in a consistent and usable state.After Large-Scale Modifications: If there are major changes to the system, such as custom developments, SGEN ensures that these are appropriately regenerated.How to Run S-Gen:You can run the SGEN tool by using transaction SGEN in the SAP GUI.Note:- It runs From SAP*/DDIC user (SID did not have authorization).Log in to SAP and go to the SGEN transaction. Select the relevant options, such as:Regeneration of all repository objectsRegeneration for specific objects or areas Select all the Software component then Continue.Execute the process.The tool will then process the selected objects and regenerate or optimize them, depending on the settings.Select-start job directlyJob is scheduled and we can monitored that job RSPARAGENR8Check in SM37- Mentioned job in the Below snapImportant Considerations:System Performance: Running SGEN can be resource-intensive, so it is best done during off-peak hours to minimize performance impacts.Time Consumption: Depending on the size of the system and the number of objects to regenerate, this process may take a significant amount of time, so planning for an appropriate window is important.Monitoring: You can monitor the progress of the SGEN job through transaction SM37 (for job monitoring) to ensure that it completes without issues.In summary, SGEN is an important tool in SAP used to regenerate and optimize various components after system changes to ensure everything is functioning smoothly and efficiently.Hope you enjoyed reading.Conclusion-We discussed how to SGEN works after any upgrade Like System Refresh, System Copy etc.Related information’s-https://community.sap.com/t5/technology-blogs-by-sap/sgen-an-overview/ba-p/13260642https://community.sap.com/t5/technology-blogs-by-sap/sgen-faq/ba-p/13114262Please share your feedback and your thoughts. Looking forward to questions and queries.Thank you. Read More Technology Blogs by Members articles
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