How To Fix SADL_GEN_DRFT_MSG001 - Package &1 does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SADL_GEN_DRFT_MSG - Message for Draft generation

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Package &1 does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SADL_GEN_DRFT_MSG001 - Package &1 does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message SADL_GEN_DRFT_MSG001 indicates that a specific package (denoted by &1) does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP ABAP programming environment, particularly when working with the SAP Data Layer (SADL) or when trying to generate draft objects.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Package: The package specified in the error message does not exist in the SAP system. This could be due to a typo in the package name or the package not being created or transported correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the package.
  Development Environment Issues: The package might exist in a different development environment (e.g., a different client or system) but not in the current one.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Package Name: Check the package name in the error message for any typographical errors. Ensure that the package you are trying to access is correctly spelled.
  Check Package Existence:
  
  Use transaction code SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE03 (Transport Organizer) to check if the package exists in the system.
  If the package does not exist, you may need to create it or transport it from another system where it exists.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the package. You can check this using transaction SU53 to see if there are any authorization issues.
  Transport Issues: If the package is supposed to exist but does not, check if there are any transport requests that need to be imported into the system.
  Consult Documentation: If the package is part of a standard SAP application or add-on, consult the relevant SAP documentation or support notes for further guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to SADL and package management for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.