How To Fix ECATT532 - No authorization to start tests (system &2 client &3 user &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 532

• Message text: No authorization to start tests (system &2 client &3 user &1)

What causes this issue?

The user does not have the required authorization in the target system
to execute eCATT scripts.
The authorization for executing eCATT test cases is checked.
Alternatively, the authorization to execute CATT scripts is also
sufficient.

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?

Assign the required authorizations to the user in the target system.
Alternatively, select a user who does have the required authorizations
in the RFC destination / HTTP destination.

Procedure for System Administrators

Assign the following authorization to the user:
Authorization Object,,S_DEVELOP
Object Type ,,,,,,OBJTYPE,,,,Value ,,ECSC
Object Name,,,,,,OBJNAME,,,,Value,,*
Activity,,,,,,ACTVT,,,,Value,,16
The following authorization is required for target systems with Release
SAP_BASIS <(><<)> 6.20:
Authorization Object,,S_DEVELOP
Object Type ,,,,,,OBJTYPE,,,,Value ,,SCAT
Object Name,,,,,,OBJNAME,,,,Value,,*
Activity,,,,,,ACTVT,,,,Value,,16

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECATT532 - No authorization to start tests (system &2 client &3 user &1) ?

  The SAP error message ECATT532 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to start tests in the eCATT (extended Computer Aided Test Tool) environment. This error typically arises when a user attempts to execute a test script without the required permissions.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by insufficient authorizations for the user attempting to execute the eCATT test. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user lacks the necessary roles or authorizations assigned to their user profile.
  Incorrect User Role Assignment: The user may not be assigned to the correct roles that include eCATT execution permissions.
  Client-Specific Authorizations: The user may have the required authorizations in one client but not in the client they are trying to execute the tests in.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ECATT532 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to see which authorizations are missing.
  Review the authorization logs to identify the specific missing authorizations.
  
  
  
  Assign Required Roles:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned that include eCATT execution permissions. Common roles that may be required include:
  
  SAP_ECATT_EXECUTE
  SAP_ECATT_ADMIN
  
  
  You may need to work with your SAP security team to assign the appropriate roles.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects:
  
  Check the relevant authorization objects related to eCATT, such as:
  
  S_TCODE (Transaction Code)
  S_USER_AUTH (User Authorization)
  
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for these objects.
  
  
  
  Client-Specific Settings:
  
  Verify that the user has the required authorizations in the specific client where the tests are being executed. Authorizations can vary between clients.
  
  
  
  Testing and Validation:
  
  After making changes to the user roles or authorizations, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Attempt to execute the eCATT test again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for eCATT and authorization management for more detailed information on required roles and authorizations.
  Security Team: Collaborate with your SAP security team to ensure that proper authorization management practices are followed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ECATT532 error and successfully execute your eCATT tests.