How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG161 - Error while checking package (&1); package does not exist

/STMC/CR_MSG161 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Error while checking package (&1); package does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG161 - Error while checking package (&1); package does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG161 indicates that there is an issue with a package that is being referenced in the system. Specifically, the error states that the package does not exist when attempting to check it. This can occur in various contexts, such as during transport management, package validation, or when trying to access a specific package in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent Package: The package you are trying to check may not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the package name or the package not being created or transported correctly.
  Transport Directory Issues: If the transport directory is not set up correctly or if there are issues with the transport layer, it may lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or check the package.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the package from being