How To Fix PAK173 - Package &1 cannot be its own superpackage

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PAK - Package API / Package Tools

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Package &1 cannot be its own superpackage

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAK173 - Package &1 cannot be its own superpackage ?

  The SAP error message PAK173 indicates that a package is trying to reference itself as a superpackage, which is not allowed. In SAP, a package can have a hierarchy where one package can be a superpackage (parent) of another package (subpackage), but a package cannot be its own superpackage.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to set a package as its own superpackage. This can happen during the creation or modification of a package in the SAP system, where the package hierarchy is incorrectly defined.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Package Hierarchy: Review the package hierarchy to ensure that no package is set as its own superpackage. You can do this by navigating to the package in the SAP GUI and checking its properties.
  
  
  Modify Package Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE21 (Package Builder).
  Locate the package that is causing the error.
  Check the "Superpackage" field and ensure it does not point to itself.
  If it does, change it to point to a valid superpackage or leave it blank if it does not have a superpackage.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary changes, save the package settings.
  
  
  Transport Request: If the package is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport request is correctly configured and that the changes are included.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Package Hierarchy: Understanding the concept of package hierarchy in SAP is crucial. A package can have multiple subpackages, but it can only have one direct superpackage.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE80 for object navigation and SE21 for package management.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on package management and hierarchy.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider consulting with your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.