How To Fix MQ172 - You are not allowed to activate package &1. Phase: &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MQ - Messages for Euro Changeover Package

• Message number: 172

• Message text: You are not allowed to activate package &1. Phase: &2

What causes this issue?

You presumably deactivated this package with the note as to the
possible consequences.
You are not allowed to activate it since it is not in the ANALYZE
phase.

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?

You may have to work with a new package, such as when you have imported
Hot Packages.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MQ172 - You are not allowed to activate package &1. Phase: &2 ?

  The SAP error message MQ172 indicates that a user is attempting to activate a package but does not have the necessary authorizations to do so. The message typically appears during the transport or activation of development objects in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to insufficient authorizations for the user trying to activate the package. This can happen if:
  
  The user does not have the required roles or permissions assigned.
  The package is locked or restricted for certain users.
  The user is trying to activate a package that is not in their development namespace.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MQ172 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to activate the package. This typically involves checking the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  The user should have the authorization object S_DEVELOP with the appropriate activity (e.g., 02 for change) for the package in question.
  
  
  
  Package Status:
  
  Verify the status of the package. If the package is in a locked state or has restrictions, you may need to unlock it or change its status.
  You can check the package status in transaction SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE21 (Package Builder).
  
  
  
  Namespace Considerations:
  
  If the package belongs to a specific namespace, ensure that the user is allowed to work within that namespace. Users may need to be assigned to specific development classes or namespaces.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the activation is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport request is released and that the user has the necessary authorizations to work with transport requests.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator. They can provide insights into user roles, package settings, and system configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE21: Package Builder
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  S_DEVELOP: Development authorization
  S_TCODE: Transaction authorization
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to package activation and authorizations.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MQ172 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.