How To Fix PAK144 - Package name cannot contain spaces

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PAK - Package API / Package Tools

• Message number: 144

• Message text: Package name cannot contain spaces

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAK144 - Package name cannot contain spaces ?

  The SAP error message PAK144, which states "Package name cannot contain spaces," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a package in the SAP system, and the name you have provided for the package includes one or more spaces. In SAP, package names must adhere to specific naming conventions, and one of those conventions is that they cannot contain spaces.
  Cause:
  
  The primary cause of this error is the inclusion of spaces in the package name when creating or modifying a package in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Package Name: Review the package name you are trying to use. Ensure that it does not contain any spaces.
  
  
  Rename the Package: If the package name does contain spaces, rename it to a valid name that adheres to SAP's naming conventions. A valid package name typically:
  
  Starts with a letter.
  Contains only alphanumeric characters and underscores.
  Does not include special characters or spaces.
  
  
  
  Use Underscores: If you want to separate words in the package name, consider using underscores (_) instead of spaces. For example, instead of My Package, use My_Package.
  
  
  Re-attempt the Operation: After correcting the package name, try to create or modify the package again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Naming Conventions: Familiarize yourself with SAP's naming conventions for packages, which can help avoid similar errors in the future.
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to package management, such as SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE21 (Package Builder).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidelines on package creation and naming conventions.
  
  By ensuring that your package name is correctly formatted without spaces, you should be able to resolve the PAK144 error and proceed with your work in the SAP system.