How To Fix ST818 - Enter an existing package

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ST - Terminology Database

• Message number: 818

• Message text: Enter an existing package

What causes this issue?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ST818 - Enter an existing package ?

  The SAP error message ST818 ("Enter an existing package") typically occurs when you are trying to assign a transport request to a package that does not exist in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when you are working with transport requests, customizing, or development objects.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Package: The package you are trying to use does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Package Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the package name you are trying to enter.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the package.
  Transport Request Issues: The transport request may not be properly configured or may not be linked to a valid package.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Package Existence:
  
  Go to transaction SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check if the package exists.
  You can also use transaction SE03 (Transport Organizer Tools) to search for the package.
  
  
  
  Correct Package Name:
  
  Ensure that you