How To Fix 42472 - Package not created in this system ('&1')

42472 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 472

• Message text: Package not created in this system ('&1')

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42472 - Package not created in this system ('&1') ?

  The SAP error message 42472, which states "Package not created in this system ('&1')", typically occurs when you are trying to create or transport a package that has not been defined or is not available in the current SAP system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the development of ABAP programs, enhancements, or when working with transport requests.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Package: The package you are trying to use does not exist in the current SAP system.
  Transport Layer Issues: The transport layer may not be correctly configured, or the package may not be assigned to a transport layer.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or access the package.
  Development Class Issues: The package may not be assigned to a development class, or it may be a local object.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Package Existence:
  
  Go to transaction SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check if the package exists.
  If it