How To Fix PAK332 - Used object &1 &2 belongs to a superpackage and is not visible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PAK - Package API / Package Tools

• Message number: 332

• Message text: Used object &1 &2 belongs to a superpackage and is not visible

What causes this issue?

The development object &V1& &V2& used in package &V3& belongs to
superpackage &V4& and is therefore not visible for package &V3&.
Access to objects in superpackages is generally not possible.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAK332 - Used object &1 &2 belongs to a superpackage and is not visible ?

  The SAP error message PAK332 indicates that you are trying to access or use an object (like a function module, class, or method) that belongs to a superpackage, which is not visible in the current context. This typically occurs in the context of package dependencies and visibility rules in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Superpackage Visibility: The object you are trying to use is part of a superpackage, and the current package does not have the necessary visibility to access it. In SAP, packages can have hierarchical relationships, and superpackages can contain objects that are not directly accessible from their subpackages.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization restrictions preventing access to the superpackage or its objects.
  Incorrect Package Assignment: The object might be incorrectly assigned to a package that does not allow visibility from your current package.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Package Visibility:
  
  Go to the package in question and check its attributes. Ensure that the package is set to allow visibility to the necessary subpackages.
  You can do this by navigating to the package in the SAP GUI (Transaction SE80 or SE21) and checking the "Attributes" tab.
  
  
  
  Adjust Package Assignment:
  
  If the object is incorrectly assigned to a superpackage, consider moving it to a package that is accessible from your current context.
  This can be done by using the "Change Package" option in the object’s properties.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that your user has the necessary authorizations to access the superpackage and its objects. You may need to contact your SAP security team to verify and adjust your authorizations.
  
  
  
  Use of Interfaces:
  
  If applicable, consider using interfaces or other design patterns that allow for better encapsulation and visibility management.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your development team to understand the package structure and visibility rules better.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE80 (Object Navigator), SE21 (Package Builder), SE37 (Function Module), SE24 (Class Builder).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to package visibility or object access.
  Development Guidelines: Familiarize yourself with SAP's best practices for package management and object visibility to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.