How To Fix ESH_OM_PC017 - Local package must not be used with transportable software comp.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_PC - Plausibility Check

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Local package must not be used with transportable software comp.

What causes this issue?

Software components are transported by means of generated programs.
Local packages cannot be used, as programs assigned to local packages
cannot be delived to customer systems because they cannot be added to
workbench requests.

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?

As soon as a modification needs to be delivered to customer, make sure
to assign a transportable package to the model.

Procedure for System Administrators

We recommend to replace all local packages of a software component as
soon as possible to prevent developers from running into package check
errors one-by-one.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_PC017 - Local package must not be used with transportable software comp. ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_PC017 indicates that a local package is being used in a context where a transportable software component is expected. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Enterprise Search or other components where the system is trying to manage software components and their transportability.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to use a local package (which is not intended for transport) in a scenario that requires a transportable software component.
  The system configuration or the package settings are not aligned with the expected transportable software component requirements.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Package Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check the package settings.
  Ensure that the package you are trying to use is marked as a transportable package.
  
  
  
  Change Package Type:
  
  If the package is local and you need it to be transportable, you may need to create a new transportable package and move the objects from the local package to the new transportable package.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to the software component in question. Ensure that the software component is correctly defined and that the package is appropriately assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific component you are working with. There may be specific guidelines or requirements for package usage.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that you are following the correct transport management procedures. This includes using the Transport Organizer (transaction SE09 or SE10) to manage your transport requests.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can share their solutions.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP Help Portal for documentation related to the specific software component you are working with.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.