How To Fix PAK361 - Error during save of inactive packages: execute program PAKDATBUF.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PAK - Package API / Package Tools

• Message number: 361

• Message text: Error during save of inactive packages: execute program PAKDATBUF.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAK361 - Error during save of inactive packages: execute program PAKDATBUF. ?

  The SAP error message PAK361 indicates that there was an error during the saving of inactive packages, specifically when executing the program PAKDATBUF. This error typically occurs in the context of transport management and package handling in SAP systems.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Transport Directory Issues: Problems with the transport directory or transport files can lead to this error. If the transport directory is not accessible or if there are issues with the transport files, the system may fail to save inactive packages.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to transport packages.
  
  
  System Configuration: Misconfigurations in the transport management system (TMS) settings can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Database Issues: If there are issues with the database, such as locks or corruption, it may prevent the saving of inactive packages.
  
  
  Program Errors: There could be bugs or issues within the PAKDATBUF program itself.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PAK361 error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check Transport Directory:
  
  Ensure that the transport directory is correctly configured and accessible. Check the path defined in the TMS settings and verify that the directory exists and has the correct permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform transport-related activities. You may need to check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check TMS Configuration:
  
  Review the TMS configuration settings to ensure that everything is set up correctly. You can do this by accessing the TMS configuration transaction (transaction code STMS).
  
  
  
  Database Check:
  
  Check for any database locks or issues. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks and DB02 to monitor database performance and issues.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction code SM21) and the developer trace (transaction code ST22) for any additional error messages or information that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Program:
  
  Sometimes, simply re-running the program or the transaction that triggered the error can resolve transient issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including any logs or traces you have collected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  STMS: Transport Management System
  SM21: System Log
  ST22: Dump Analysis
  SM12: Lock Entries
  DB02: Database Performance Monitor
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to transport management and package handling for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the PAK361 error in your SAP system.