How To Fix ECATT646 - Target &1 &2 already exists. Overwrite or select another object.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 646

• Message text: Target &1 &2 already exists. Overwrite or select another object.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECATT646 - Target &1 &2 already exists. Overwrite or select another object. ?

  The SAP error message ECATT646 indicates that you are trying to create or import a test object (like a test script or a test configuration) in the eCATT (extended Computer Aided Test Tool) environment, but an object with the same name already exists. This can happen when you attempt to create a new test object with a name that is already in use.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Object Name: The most common cause is that you are trying to create a new test object with a name that already exists in the system.
  Importing Objects: If you are importing test scripts or configurations, the system may find that an object with the same name already exists in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Overwrite the Existing Object:
  
  If you want to replace the existing object, you can choose to overwrite it. This usually involves selecting an option in the dialog that appears when you encounter the error.
  Make sure to back up the existing object if necessary, as overwriting will replace it.
  
  
  
  Select a Different Name:
  
  If you do not want to overwrite the existing object, you can choose a different name for the new object you are trying to create.
  Ensure that the new name is unique within the context of the eCATT environment.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Objects:
  
  Before creating or importing a new object, check the existing objects in the eCATT environment to see if the name you want to use is already taken.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant eCATT transaction and listing the existing test scripts or configurations.
  
  
  
  Delete or Archive Existing Objects:
  
  If the existing object is no longer needed, you can delete it or archive it to free up the name for reuse.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  eCATT Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for eCATT for more detailed information on managing test objects.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SECATT for eCATT to manage your test scripts and configurations.
  Naming Conventions: Establish a naming convention for your test objects to avoid conflicts in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ECATT646 error and continue with your testing activities in SAP.