How To Fix ECATT198 - &1 &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 198

• Message text: &1 &2 does not exist

What causes this issue?

The above-mentioned text was not found in the system because:
- The text object does not exist
- The system is set to the wrong text object

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Use SE61 to create a text with the above-mentioned name.
Check the entries in table ECCUSTOM.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECATT198 - &1 &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ECATT198 typically indicates that a specific object, such as a test script or a test configuration, does not exist in the system. This error is often encountered when using the eCATT (extended Computer Aided Test Tool) functionality in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Object: The object referenced in the error message (e.g., a test script or configuration) has either been deleted or never existed in the system.
  Incorrect Naming: There may be a typo or incorrect naming convention used when referencing the object.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or may not exist in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the object (test script, configuration, etc.) actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SECATT for eCATT) and searching for the object.
  Check Naming: Ensure that the name of the object is spelled correctly and follows the correct naming conventions.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper access rights.
  Transport Verification: If the object was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported into the target system.
  Recreate the Object: If the object does not exist and is required, you may need to recreate it from scratch.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SECATT for eCATT, SE80 for object navigation, and SE11 for data dictionary objects.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to eCATT and the specific error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on eCATT for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.