How To Fix ECATT336 - Log &1 exists once in the result repository &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 336

• Message text: Log &1 exists once in the result repository &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECATT336 - Log &1 exists once in the result repository &2 ?

  The SAP error message ECATT336 indicates that there is a log file that already exists in the result repository for the eCATT (extended Computer Aided Test Tool) execution. This typically occurs when you attempt to execute a test script that has already generated a log file in the specified result repository.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Execution: You are trying to execute a test script that has already been executed, and the log file from the previous execution still exists in the result repository.
  Manual Deletion: The log file may not have been deleted after the previous execution, leading to a conflict when trying to create a new log file.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the result repository that prevent the system from overwriting existing logs.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ECATT336 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Delete Existing Log:
  
  Navigate to the result repository where the log file is stored.
  Manually delete the existing log file that is causing the conflict.
  After deletion, re-run the eCATT test script.
  
  
  
  Change Log File Name:
  
  If you want to keep the existing log, consider modifying the test script or the execution parameters to generate a new log file with a different name.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the eCATT result repository to ensure that it allows for overwriting existing logs if that is the desired behavior.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Code:
  
  You can use transaction code ECATT to manage your test scripts and logs. This can help you navigate to the logs and manage them effectively.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help documentation for eCATT for more detailed information on managing logs and handling errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  eCATT Overview: eCATT is a tool used for automated testing in SAP environments. It allows users to create and execute test scripts for various SAP applications.
  Log Management: Proper log management is crucial for maintaining test results and ensuring that previous executions do not interfere with new ones.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to eCATT and log management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ECATT336 error and successfully execute your eCATT test scripts.