How To Fix ECATT260 - No parameter selected in the test data container

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 260

• Message text: No parameter selected in the test data container

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECATT260 - No parameter selected in the test data container ?

  The SAP error message ECATT260, which states "No parameter selected in the test data container," typically occurs in the context of eCATT (extended Computer Aided Test Tool) when you are trying to execute a test script that requires specific parameters from a test data container, but none have been selected.
  Cause:
  
  No Parameters Defined: The test data container may not have any parameters defined, or the parameters that are defined are not selected for the test execution.
  Incorrect Test Data Container: The test data container being referenced in the eCATT script may not be the correct one or may not be properly linked to the test script.
  Parameter Selection: The parameters in the test data container may not be marked for selection, or the selection criteria may not match any available data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Test Data Container:
  
  Open the test data container associated with your eCATT script.
  Ensure that the parameters you need are defined and that they are marked for selection.
  
  
  
  Select Parameters:
  
  In the eCATT test script, ensure that you have selected the appropriate parameters from the test data container.
  You can do this by going to the "Test Data" tab in the eCATT script and ensuring that the parameters are checked.
  
  
  
  Link Correct Test Data Container:
  
  Verify that the test data container linked to your eCATT script is the correct one. If not, update the script to reference the correct container.
  
  
  
  Review Execution Settings:
  
  Check the execution settings of your eCATT script to ensure that it is set to use the test data container correctly.
  
  
  
  Test Data Container Configuration:
  
  If you are using a variant of the test data container, ensure that the variant is correctly configured and contains the necessary data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  eCATT Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for eCATT for detailed information on how to create and manage test data containers.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to eCATT and test data containers.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and troubleshooting tips from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ECATT260 error and successfully execute your eCATT test script.