How To Fix ECATT689 - Exception "PLUGIN_NOT_ACTIVE" occurred in target system.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 689

• Message text: Exception "PLUGIN_NOT_ACTIVE" occurred in target system.

What causes this issue?

The exception "PLUGIN_NOT_ACTIVE" occurred in the target system.

How to fix this error?

In transaction SMICM, choose "Goto" -> "Services" and activate the
services for HTTP/HTTPS.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECATT689 - Exception "PLUGIN_NOT_ACTIVE" occurred in target system. ?

  The SAP error message ECATT689, which indicates that an exception "PLUGIN_NOT_ACTIVE" occurred in the target system, typically arises in the context of using the eCATT (extended Computer Aided Test Tool) for automated testing in SAP environments. This error suggests that a required plugin or component necessary for the eCATT execution is not active in the target system.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Plugin: The specific plugin required for eCATT to function properly is not activated in the target SAP system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the target system that prevent the plugin from being recognized or activated.
  System Version: The version of the target system may not support the required plugin, or it may be outdated.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the eCATT may not have the necessary authorizations to access or activate the plugin.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Plugin:
  
  Go to transaction code SICF in the target system.
  Check if the required eCATT plugin is listed and ensure it is activated. Look for services related to eCATT and activate them if they are not.
  You may also need to check the transaction SPRO for any specific settings related to eCATT.
  
  
  
  Check System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the target system is properly configured to support eCATT. This may involve checking system parameters and settings.
  
  
  
  Update System:
  
  If the target system is outdated, consider applying the latest support packages or patches that may include updates for eCATT and its plugins.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user executing the eCATT has the necessary authorizations. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation for eCATT to ensure that all prerequisites and configurations are met.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  eCATT Documentation: SAP provides extensive documentation on eCATT, including setup, configuration, and troubleshooting guides.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the "PLUGIN_NOT_ACTIVE" error.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ECATT689 error and successfully execute your eCATT scripts in the target system.