How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG866 - Invalid development package &1

/STMC/CR_MSG866 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

• Message number: 866

• Message text: Invalid development package &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG866 - Invalid development package &1 ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG866 Invalid development package &1 typically indicates that the development package specified in the system is either not valid, does not exist, or is not accessible in the current context. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during transport requests, when trying to create or modify objects, or when working with development packages in the SAP system.
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent Development Package: The specified development package does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Package Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the development package name.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified development package.
  Transport Directory Issues: There may be issues with the transport directory or configuration that prevent the package from being recognized.
  Package Deletion: The development package may have been deleted or is in a state that makes it unavailable.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Package Name: Check the development package name for