How To Fix ECATT554 - Value Is Negative

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 554

• Message text: Value Is Negative

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECATT554 - Value Is Negative ?

  The SAP error message ECATT554 ("Value Is Negative") typically occurs in the context of eCATT (extended Computer Aided Test Tool) when a negative value is encountered in a field that does not accept negative numbers. This can happen during automated testing scenarios where the input data is not properly validated or formatted.
  Cause:
  
  Input Data Issue: The most common cause is that the test data being used contains negative values for fields that are expected to have only positive values (e.g., quantities, prices).
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the eCATT script or the test data that leads to the generation of negative values.
  Business Logic Violation: The business logic of the application being tested may not allow negative values for certain fields, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Test Data: Check the input data being used in the eCATT script. Ensure that all values that should be positive are indeed positive. Modify the test data to remove any negative values.
  Validate Input Fields: Ensure that the fields in the eCATT script are correctly defined and that any calculations or data manipulations do not inadvertently produce negative values.
  Modify eCATT Script: If the script is generating values dynamically, review the logic to ensure that it does not produce negative results. Implement checks to prevent negative values from being assigned.
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific transaction or function module being tested to understand the expected input values and constraints.
  
  Related Information:
  
  eCATT Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the eCATT documentation to understand how to properly set up and validate test scripts.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to eCATT and the specific transaction you are testing.
  Testing Best Practices: Follow best practices for automated testing, including thorough validation of input data and error handling in your scripts.
  
  By addressing the input data and ensuring that the eCATT script is correctly configured, you should be able to resolve the ECATT554 error.