How To Fix OT_EXT020 - Invalid package name (&1) for type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OT_EXT - SAP Online Correction Support (SOCS) EXTERNAL (example: AAK)

• 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
CRT (Conflict Resolution Transport):
See AOI
CSP (Component Support Package):
See AOP

System Response

The Support Package is not registered.

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid name during registration.

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 OT_EXT020 - Invalid package name (&1) for type &2 ?

  The SAP error message OT_EXT020 indicates that there is an issue with the package name being used in the context of an object type. The message typically appears when the system encounters an invalid package name for a specific object type during operations such as transport requests, object creation, or modifications.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Invalid Package Name: The package name specified does not exist or is incorrectly formatted.
  Package Not Assigned: The object you are trying to create or modify is not assigned to a valid package.
  Transport Layer Issues: There may be issues with the transport layer configuration or the transport request itself.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create objects in the specified package.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the OT_EXT020 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Package Name:
  
  Verify that the package name specified in the operation is correct and exists in the system.
  Ensure that the package is active and not in a deleted or inactive state.
  
  
  
  Assign to a Valid Package:
  
  If you are creating a new object, ensure that it is assigned to a valid package. You can assign it to a package by using the appropriate transaction (e.g., SE80 for object navigation).
  If the object should be in a local package, ensure that it is set to a local package (usually indicated by a $TMP package).
  
  
  
  Review Transport Layer:
  
  Check the transport layer settings to ensure that they are correctly configured.
  Make sure that the transport request is correctly set up and that there are no issues with the transport directory.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify objects in the specified package.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type you are working with for any additional requirements or constraints.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a system-level issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Module), SE24 (Class Builder).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to package management or transport errors.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for guidelines on package management and transport requests.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the OT_EXT020 error in your SAP system.