How To Fix ISLM_API257 - Package &1 is local, which means the object is not transportable.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ISLM_API - API Messages

• Message number: 257

• Message text: Package &1 is local, which means the object is not transportable.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ISLM_API257 - Package &1 is local, which means the object is not transportable. ?

  The SAP error message ISLM_API257 indicates that a package is defined as a local package, which means that the objects within that package cannot be transported to other systems (e.g., from development to quality assurance or production). This is a common issue when working with SAP development objects, as local packages are typically used for temporary or development purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Local Package Definition: The package is defined as a local package (usually starting with $TMP or similar), which is intended for development and testing only.
  Transport Request: You are trying to include an object from a local package in a transport request, which is not allowed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you need to move the objects from the local package to a transportable package. Here are the steps to do that:
  
  
  Identify the Local Package: Determine which package is causing the issue. The error message will specify the package name (e.g., &1).
  
  
  Create or Use a Transportable Package:
  
  If you do not have a suitable transportable package, you can create a new package:
  
  Go to transaction code SE80 (Object Navigator).
  Select "Package" from the dropdown.
  Right-click on the package node and choose "Create".
  Fill in the required details and ensure that the package is transportable (not local).
  
  
  If you already have a transportable package, note its name.
  
  
  
  Move Objects to the Transportable Package:
  
  Open the local package in transaction SE80 or SE11 (depending on the object type).
  Select the objects you want to transport.
  Use the "Change Package" option to move the objects to the transportable package you created or identified.
  
  
  
  Create a Transport Request:
  
  After moving the objects, create a transport request for the transportable package.
  Use transaction SE09 or SE10 to manage transport requests.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes: After moving the objects and creating the transport request, test to ensure that everything works as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Package Types: In SAP, packages can be local or transportable. Local packages are typically used for development and testing, while transportable packages are used for objects that need to be moved between systems.
  Transport Management System (TMS): Familiarize yourself with TMS, as it is essential for managing transports in SAP landscapes.
  Best Practices: Always use transportable packages for development objects that need to be moved to other environments to avoid issues like ISLM_API257.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ISLM_API257 error and successfully transport your objects.