How To Fix CM_ECATT_OD_GEN_API001 - Target system &1 does not exist in the system data container.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_ECATT_OD_GEN_API - Message Class for the API

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Target system &1 does not exist in the system data container.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_ECATT_OD_GEN_API001 - Target system &1 does not exist in the system data container. ?

  The SAP error message CM_ECATT_OD_GEN_API001 indicates that the target system specified in your eCATT (extended Computer Aided Test Tool) script does not exist in the system data container. This can occur for various reasons, such as misconfiguration, missing entries, or incorrect references in your eCATT setup.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Target System: The target system you are trying to access is not defined in the system data container.
  Incorrect System ID: The system ID (SID) or the name of the target system may be incorrectly specified in your eCATT script.
  Data Container Issues: The system data container may not be properly configured or may not include the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the eCATT may not have the necessary authorizations to access the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check System Data Container:
  
  Go to transaction SECATT (eCATT) and check the system data container you are using.
  Ensure that the target system is listed in the container. If it is not, you will need to add it.
  
  
  
  Verify Target System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the target system is correctly configured in the eCATT system data container.
  Check the system ID and other relevant details to ensure they match the actual target system.
  
  
  
  Update eCATT Script:
  
  Open your eCATT script and verify that the target system reference is correct.
  If necessary, update the script to point to the correct target system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the eCATT has the necessary authorizations to access the target system.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust authorizations if needed.
  
  
  
  Recreate System Data Container:
  
  If the system data container is corrupted or misconfigured, consider recreating it and adding the necessary target systems again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SECATT: For managing eCATT scripts and system data containers.
  SCC4: To check client settings and system configurations.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for eCATT for detailed guidance on setting up and managing system data containers.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to eCATT and system data containers.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully execute your eCATT scripts.