How To Fix EA661 - A package must be specified

EA661 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EA - IDoc Basis Messages

• Message number: 661

• Message text: A package must be specified

What causes this issue?

No development class configured for current user.
However, a development class must be stated when creating segments.

System Response

Processing cannot be continued.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EA661 - A package must be specified ?

  The SAP error message EA661 ("A package must be specified") typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify an object in the SAP system, and the system requires you to specify a package for that object, but none has been provided. This is common in various development activities, such as creating programs, function modules, or other repository objects.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Package Specified: The most common cause is that the user did not specify a package when trying to create or modify an object.
  Transport Request Issues: If you are working in a transport request, it may not be properly assigned to a package.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to create objects in a specific package.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Specify a Package: When creating or modifying an object, ensure that you specify a package. You can do this by:
  
  Selecting an existing package from the list.
  Creating a new package if necessary (if