How To Fix OT020 - Invalid package name (&1) for type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OT - SAP Online Correction Support (SOCS)

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Invalid package name (&1) for type &2

What causes this issue?

The name of Support Package &v1& is not valid.
Naming Conventions:
AOI (Add-On Installation Package):
SAPKGxxxxx
SAPKIxxxxx
SAPKJxxxxx
SAPKNxxxxx
SAPKPxxxxx
SAPKQxxxxx, e.g. SAPKQTA304
SAPKUxxxxx
SAPKYxxxxx
SAPK-xxxxxINxxxxxxxx
AOP (Add-On Support Package):
See AOI
AOU (Add-On Upgrade Package):
See AOI
AOX (Add-On Exchange Package):
See AOI
BWP (BW Support Package):
SAPKW<(><<)>rel>nn, e.g. SAPKW12B19
COP (Component Package):
BBPCRM: ,,SAPKU<(><<)>rel>nn, e.g. SAPKU40004
SAP_ABA:,,SAPKA<(><<)>rel>nn, e.g. SAPKA46B04
SAP_APO: ,,SAPKY<(><<)>rel>nn, e.g. SAPKY20A05
SAP_APPL:,,SAPKH<(><<)>rel>nn, e.g. SAPKH46B04
SAP_B2B:,,SAPKU<(><<)>rel>nn, e.g. SAPKU10B04
SAP_BASIS: SAPKB<(><<)>rel>nn, e.g. SAPKB46B04
SAP_BW:,,SAPKW<(><<)>rel>nn, e.g. SAPKW20A06
SAP_HR: ,,SAPKE<(><<)>rel>nn, e.g. SAPKE46B04
CRT (Conflict Resolution Transport):
See AOI
CSP (Component Support Package):
See AOP and COP
FFD (FCS Support Package):
SAPKD<(><<)>rel>XX, e.g. SAPKD46AXX
HOT (R/3 Support Package):
SAPKH<(><<)>rel>nn, e.g. SAPKH45B19
LCP (R/3 HR Support Package):
SAPKE<(><<)>rel>nn, e.g. SAPKE45B23
PAT (SPAM/SAINT Update):
SAPKDnnnnn, e.g. SAPKD00030

System Response

The Support Package is not registered.

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid name during registration.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OT020 - Invalid package name (&1) for type &2 ?

  The SAP error message OT020 "Invalid package name (&1) for type &2" typically occurs when there is an issue with the package name being used in a development object, such as a program, function module, or class. This error indicates that the package name provided does not conform to the expected format or is not valid for the specified object type.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Package Name: The package name provided does not exist or is incorrectly formatted.
  Package Not Assigned: The object may not be assigned to a valid package, or it may be assigned to a package that is not allowed for the specific type of object.
  Transport Layer Issues: If the package is part of a transport layer that is not correctly configured, it may lead to this error.
  Development Class Issues: The development class associated with the object may not be valid or may not have the necessary authorizations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Package Name: Verify that the package name (&1) is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the package in the SAP GUI (Transaction SE80 or SE11).
  Correct Object Assignment: Ensure that the object is assigned to a valid package. If it is a local object (package $TMP), consider assigning it to a proper package.
  Review Object Type: Make sure that the package is appropriate for the type of object you are working with (&2). Some packages are restricted to certain object types.
  Transport Layer Configuration: Check the transport layer settings to ensure that the package is correctly configured for transport.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify objects in the specified package.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the package and object details.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on package naming conventions and restrictions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.