How To Fix ECATT103 - Technical error during validation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECATT - eCATT Messages (Middleware and GUI)

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Technical error during validation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECATT103 - Technical error during validation ?

  The SAP error message ECATT103, which indicates a "Technical error during validation," typically occurs in the context of the eCATT (extended Computer Aided Test Tool) framework. This error can arise due to various reasons, and addressing it often requires a systematic approach to identify the underlying cause. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of eCATT or the test scripts can lead to validation errors.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the eCATT script may lack the necessary authorizations to perform certain actions.
  System Performance: If the SAP system is under heavy load or experiencing performance issues, it may lead to timeouts or other technical errors.
  Script Errors: There may be errors in the test script itself, such as incorrect syntax or logic errors.
  Data Issues: The data being used in the test may be inconsistent or not meet the expected format or criteria.
  Transport Issues: If the eCATT scripts or related objects were transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies or missing dependencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the eCATT configuration settings and ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the eCATT script has the necessary authorizations. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  Monitor System Performance: Check the system performance and ensure that it is not overloaded. You can use transaction ST03N to analyze workload and performance metrics.
  Debug the Script: Use the eCATT debugger to step through the script and identify any errors or issues in the logic.
  Validate Test Data: Ensure that the data used in the test is valid and meets the expected criteria. You may need to adjust the data or create new test data.
  Check Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate missing objects or dependencies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  eCATT Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for eCATT for detailed information on configuration and usage.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to eCATT and the ECATT103 error.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurred.