How To Fix PAK168 - No authorization for creating package &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PAK - Package API / Package Tools

• Message number: 168

• Message text: No authorization for creating package &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAK168 - No authorization for creating package &1 ?

  The SAP error message PAK168 ("No authorization for creating package &1") typically occurs when a user attempts to create a package in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorizations to do so. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with transport requests or development objects.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is insufficient authorization in the user's role or profile. Specifically, the user does not have the required permissions to create a package in the SAP system. This can be due to:
  
  Missing Authorization Objects: The user may not have the necessary authorization objects assigned to their user profile.
  Role Configuration: The roles assigned to the user may not include the permissions needed for package creation.
  Package Restrictions: The package may be restricted or locked, preventing any new packages from being created.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PAK168 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorization check failed. This will provide insight into what specific permissions are missing.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance). Ensure that the user has roles that include the necessary authorizations for package creation.
  
  
  
  Modify Roles:
  
  If the user lacks the required authorizations, you may need to modify the existing roles or create a new role that includes the necessary authorization objects, such as:
  
  S_DEVELOP (Development Authorization)
  S_TRANSPRT (Transport Organizer)
  
  
  Ensure that the role includes the necessary activities for package creation.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change roles or authorizations, contact your SAP security team or administrator. They can help you identify and assign the correct authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check Package Status:
  
  Ensure that the package you are trying to create is not restricted or locked. You can check this in the package maintenance transaction (SE80 or SE21).
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect. Then, attempt to create the package again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects that control access to package creation and development activities.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues or updates related to the PAK168 error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on user roles and authorizations to better understand how to manage and assign permissions effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PAK168 error and enable the user to create packages as needed.