HeyGen Video Generation Failed Error
Quick answer
A failed generation is usually transient or caused by script formatting. Delete it, clean the script, and regenerate; failed jobs should not consume credits.
Most likely fix: Retry once or twice
How to fix it
Try these in order — the most common fix is first.
1. Retry once or twice
- Delete the failed video and regenerate.
- HeyGen says most temporary issues clear within one or two resubmissions.
Did this fix it?2. Clean the script
- Replace smart quotes and em dashes with plain text.
- Split segments longer than about 200 words.
Did this fix it?3. Test with a stock avatar
- Switch to a stock avatar and generate a short clip.
- If only your custom avatar fails, contact support with its avatar ID.
Did this fix it?4. Ask about credits
- If credits were deducted for a failed video, open a support ticket with the video ID.
Did this fix it?
Symptoms
Video ends with an error or Failed status.
Why it happens
- Temporary server problem
- Odd characters in the script
- Very long text blocks
- Problem with a custom avatar
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