How To Fix ECATT358 - Start profile &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 358

• Message text: Start profile &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECATT358 - Start profile &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ECATT358 indicates that the start profile specified in your eCATT (extended Computer Aided Test Tool) script does not exist. This can occur when you are trying to execute a test script that references a start profile that has not been created or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Profile: The specified start profile in the eCATT script does not exist in the system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the name of the start profile in the script.
  Profile Deletion: The profile may have been deleted or not yet created.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the script may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified profile.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Profile Existence:
  
  Go to transaction code SECATT (eCATT) and check if the start profile exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create a New Start Profile:
  
  If the profile is missing, create a new start profile using the eCATT transaction.
  Ensure that the profile name matches exactly with what is referenced in your script.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Review the script for any typographical errors in the profile name.
  Ensure that the profile name is correctly referenced in the script.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the eCATT script has the necessary authorizations to access the start profile.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the profiles and their configurations, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources related to eCATT for guidance.
  
  
  
  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 transactions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SECATT for eCATT and SE93 for managing transaction codes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to eCATT and start profiles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ECATT358 error and successfully execute your eCATT scripts.