How To Fix PAK225 - Package &2 still contains package &1 as subpackage

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PAK - Package API / Package Tools

• Message number: 225

• Message text: Package &2 still contains package &1 as subpackage

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAK225 - Package &2 still contains package &1 as subpackage ?

  The SAP error message PAK225 indicates that there is a package dependency issue in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that the package you are trying to delete or modify (Package &2) still contains another package (Package &1) as a subpackage. This situation typically arises when you attempt to delete or change the hierarchy of packages without first addressing the dependencies between them.
  Cause:
  
  Package Hierarchy: The package you are trying to modify or delete is a parent package that contains another package as a subpackage. SAP enforces a strict hierarchy for packages, and you cannot delete a parent package while it still contains subpackages.
  Dependencies: There may be objects or development items that are still linked to the package you are trying to delete.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Package Hierarchy:
  
  Use transaction code SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE21 (Package Builder) to view the package hierarchy.
  Identify the subpackage (Package &1) that is still linked to the parent package (Package &2).
  
  
  
  Remove Subpackage:
  
  If you want to delete Package &2, you must first remove Package &1 from it. This can be done by:
  
  Changing the package assignment of the objects in Package &1 to another package.
  Deleting Package &1 if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify:
  
  Once Package &1 is no longer a subpackage of Package &2, you can proceed to delete or modify Package &2 as needed.
  
  
  
  Check for Objects:
  
  Ensure that there are no objects (like programs, function modules, classes, etc.) still associated with Package &1 that could prevent its deletion.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the packages are part of a transport request, ensure that the transport request is released and that there are no pending changes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE21: Package Builder
  SE03: Transport Organizer Tools (to manage transport requests)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on package management and dependencies.
  
  
  Best Practices: Regularly review package structures and dependencies to avoid such issues in the future. Properly document package hierarchies and ensure that all team members are aware of the package structure.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PAK225 error and manage your packages effectively in SAP.