How To Fix PAK035 - Package &1 exists only in the buffer; save first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PAK - Package API / Package Tools

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Package &1 exists only in the buffer; save first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAK035 - Package &1 exists only in the buffer; save first ?

  The SAP error message PAK035 ("Package &1 exists only in the buffer; save first") typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation on a package that has not been saved to the database yet. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with transport requests, package management, or development objects in the ABAP Workbench.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the package you are trying to access or manipulate exists only in the buffer (temporary storage) and has not been saved to the database. This usually happens when:
  
  You have created or modified a package but have not yet saved it.
  You are trying to transport or activate a package that is not yet saved.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to save the package to the database. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Save the Package:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE80 for Object Navigator).
  Locate the package in question.
  If you have made changes, ensure you save those changes. You can do this by clicking the "Save" button or using the keyboard shortcut (Ctrl + S).
  
  
  
  Check for Unsaved Changes:
  
  If you are in a development environment, ensure that all changes to the package are saved. You can check for unsaved changes by looking for any indicators in the interface (like asterisks next to the object name).
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If you are working with transport requests, ensure that the package is included in a transport request and that the request is released properly.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Operation:
  
  After saving the package, re-attempt the operation that triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE01: Transport Organizer
  SE09: Workbench Organizer
  SE10: Customizing Organizer
  
  
  
  Development Guidelines:
  
  Always ensure that you save your work frequently to avoid losing changes and to prevent errors related to unsaved objects.
  Familiarize yourself with the transport management system in SAP to understand how packages and transport requests work.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on package management and transport requests.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP Basis team or check for any system-specific configurations that might be affecting package management.