How To Fix ECATT286 - Test data container &1 is also used in other eCATT objects

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 286

• Message text: Test data container &1 is also used in other eCATT objects

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECATT286 - Test data container &1 is also used in other eCATT objects ?

  The SAP error message ECATT286 indicates that a test data container (TDC) is being used in multiple eCATT (extended Computer Aided Test Tool) objects. This can happen when you attempt to delete or modify a test data container that is still referenced by other eCATT scripts or objects.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple References: The test data container is linked to more than one eCATT script or object, which prevents you from making changes or deleting it.
  Dependency Management: eCATT enforces dependency management to ensure that test data containers are not removed while they are still in use, which helps maintain the integrity of test scripts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify References:
  
  Use the eCATT transaction (e.g., SECATT) to find out which eCATT objects are using the test data container.
  You can check the properties of the test data container to see a list of dependent objects.
  
  
  
  Remove or Update References:
  
  If you need to delete or modify the test data container, you must first remove it from all eCATT scripts that are using it.
  Open each eCATT object that references the TDC and either remove the reference or replace it with another TDC.
  
  
  
  Modify the Test Data Container:
  
  Once all references are removed, you can proceed to modify or delete the test data container as needed.
  
  
  
  Re-assign if Necessary:
  
  If you have created a new TDC or modified an existing one, you can re-assign it to the eCATT objects that previously used the old TDC.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  eCATT Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for eCATT for detailed information on managing test data containers and scripts.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SECATT for eCATT and SE11 for data dictionary objects.
  Best Practices: It is a good practice to document the usage of test data containers and their dependencies to avoid such issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ECATT286 error and manage your test data containers effectively.