How To Fix WS_TOOL189 - Provide package name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS_TOOL - Message Class for Web Services and Virtual Endpoints

• Message number: 189

• Message text: Provide package name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS_TOOL189 - Provide package name ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WS_TOOL189: Provide package name
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to create or save an object (such as a program, function module, class, or other repository object) in the SAP system without specifying a package name (also known as a development package or software component). The package name is mandatory because it determines the transport layer and the transport request assignment for the object.
  
  Explanation:
  
  In SAP, every development object must be assigned to a package.
  The package groups related development objects and controls their transport.
  If you leave the package field empty or enter $TMP incorrectly, the system will prompt you with this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Provide a valid package name:
  
  When creating or saving the object, enter a valid package name in the package field.
  You can use $TMP if the object is a local object (not intended for transport).
  
  
  
  How to find/select a package:
  
  Use the search help (F4) on the package field to select an existing package.
  If you don’t have a suitable package, create a new package via transaction SE80 or SE21.
  
  
  
  If you want to create a local object:
  
  Enter $TMP as the package name. This marks the object as local and it will not be transported.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Transaction SE80 (Object Navigator): You can manage packages here.
  Transaction SE21: Used to create and maintain packages.
  Transport Layer: The package determines the transport layer and thus the transport routes.
  Local Objects: Objects assigned to $TMP are local and cannot be transported to other systems.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WS_TOOL189: Provide package name
  
  
  Cause
  No package name specified when saving an object
  
  
  Solution
  Enter a valid package name or $TMP for local objects
  
  
  Related Transactions
  SE80, SE21
  
  
  
  
  If you continue to face issues, verify your user authorizations for creating objects in the specified package or consult your SAP Basis/Transport team.