SMS: Cannot Create a Program for an Existing Package Using the Distribute Software Wizard (213009)



The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Systems Management Server 2.0
  • Microsoft Systems Management Server 2.0 SP1
  • Microsoft Systems Management Server 2.0 SP2

This article was previously published under Q213009

SYMPTOMS

When you use the Distribute Software Wizard to distribute a package that does not have a program, you are unable to create a program for the package. Although the wizard includes an Advertise a Program option, the Yes button and the programs list are unavailable.

CAUSE

The current Distribute Software Wizard does not include an option to create a program for an existing package.

WORKAROUND

To work around this issue, you can do either of the following methods:

  • Use the Distribute Software Wizard to create both the package and the program.

    -or-
  • Create a program for the package before you use the Distribute Software Wizard. To do this, follow these steps:

    1. Click to expand Package.
    2. Right-click Programs, click New, and then click Program.
    3. Enter the program properties.

STATUS

Microsoft has confirmed this to be a problem in Systems Management Server version 2.0 SP2.

Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:1/14/2006
Keywords:kbAdvertisement kbBug kbPackage KB213009