How To Fix PAK114 - Package name must start with S or TEST

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PAK - Package API / Package Tools

• Message number: 114

• Message text: Package name must start with S or TEST

What causes this issue?

In SAP systems without installed application components, you can only
create packages that begin with the letter 'S' or the character sequence
'TEST.'

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAK114 - Package name must start with S or TEST ?

  The SAP error message PAK114 indicates that the package name you are trying to create or use does not conform to the naming conventions required by the SAP system. Specifically, the error states that the package name must start with either "S" or "TEST".
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Package Name: The package name you provided does not start with the required prefixes. In SAP, packages are often categorized, and certain prefixes are reserved for specific purposes.
  Naming Conventions: SAP has specific naming conventions for packages to ensure consistency and avoid conflicts. Packages starting with "S" are typically used for SAP standard packages, while those starting with "TEST" are reserved for testing purposes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Rename the Package: Change the package name to start with "S" or "TEST". For example, if your original package name was "MY_PACKAGE", you could rename it to "S_MY_PACKAGE" or "TEST_MY_PACKAGE".
  Check Naming Guidelines: Refer to the SAP documentation or guidelines for naming packages to ensure compliance with all naming conventions.
  Use Transaction SE80: If you are using the Object Navigator (transaction SE80), you can create a new package with the correct naming convention and then move your objects to this new package.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Always refer to the official SAP documentation for the most accurate and detailed information regarding naming conventions and package management.
  Development Guidelines: Familiarize yourself with the development guidelines provided by your organization or SAP to avoid similar issues in the future.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and solutions from other SAP users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PAK114 error and successfully create or manage your SAP package.