How To Fix PAK080 - Package interface &1 still contains development elements

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PAK - Package API / Package Tools

• Message number: 080

• Message text: Package interface &1 still contains development elements

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAK080 - Package interface &1 still contains development elements ?

  The SAP error message PAK080 indicates that a package interface still contains development elements, which means that there are objects (like programs, function modules, classes, etc.) in the package that have not been fully released or are still in a development state. This can prevent the package from being transported or released to a production environment.
  Cause:
  
  Unreleased Objects: The package contains objects that are still in a development state and have not been released.
  Development Elements: There may be elements that are not yet marked as "released" or are still in a transportable state.
  Transport Requests: The objects might be part of a transport request that has not been released or moved to the target system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PAK080 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Package Contents:
  
  Go to the package in question using transaction code SE80 or SE21.
  Review the contents of the package to identify any development objects that are not released.
  
  
  
  Release Development Objects:
  
  For each object that is still in development, you can release it by:
  
  Opening the object in the relevant transaction (e.g., SE38 for programs, SE37 for function modules).
  Using the "Release" option in the menu or toolbar.
  Ensure that all changes are saved and the object is activated.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  Ensure that all transport requests associated with the package are released.
  Use transaction code SE09 or SE10 to check the status of transport requests.
  Release any transport requests that are still in the "modifiable" state.
  
  
  
  Recheck the Package:
  
  After releasing the necessary objects and transport requests, recheck the package to ensure that it no longer contains development elements.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Notes:
  
  Document any changes made for future reference.
  If you are unsure about releasing certain objects, consult with your development team or SAP Basis team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE21: Package Builder
  SE09/SE10: Transport Organizer
  SE38: ABAP Editor
  SE37: Function Builder
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  Best Practices: Regularly review and clean up development packages to ensure that they do not contain unreleased objects, which can help prevent this error in the future.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PAK080 error and ensure that your package is ready for transport or release.