How To Fix ECATT_ODATA_ST_TST202 - Error while writing to table &1 (SY-SUBRC = &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECATT_ODATA_ST_TST - eCATT - OData Smoke Test Testing - Messages

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Error while writing to table &1 (SY-SUBRC = &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECATT_ODATA_ST_TST202 - Error while writing to table &1 (SY-SUBRC = &2) ?

  The SAP error message ECATT_ODATA_ST_TST202 typically occurs in the context of eCATT (extended Computer Aided Test Tool) when there is an issue writing data to a specified table. The message indicates that there was an error during the operation, and it provides the table name (&1) and the return code (&2) from the operation.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the eCATT script may not have the necessary authorizations to write to the specified table.
  Data Integrity Violations: The data being written may violate constraints defined on the table, such as primary key constraints, foreign key constraints, or unique constraints.
  Table Locking: The table may be locked by another process, preventing the write operation from completing.
  Incorrect Data Format: The data being written may not match the expected format or data types defined in the table structure.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that affect the ability to write to the table.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the ECATT_ODATA_ST_TST202 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the eCATT script has the necessary authorizations to write to the specified table. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  Review Data: Verify the data being written to ensure it adheres to the table's constraints. Check for any duplicate entries, invalid foreign keys, or incorrect data types.
  
  
  Check Table Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check if the table is locked by another user or process. If it is, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user holding the lock.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the eCATT script to identify the exact point of failure. You can use transaction SECATT to analyze the script and see the data being processed.
  
  
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or details that may provide more context about the failure.
  
  
  System Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the system is properly configured and that there are no underlying issues affecting database operations.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE80 (Object Navigator) for eCATT scripts.
  SECATT (eCATT Workbench) for managing eCATT scripts.
  SM12 (Display and Delete Locks) for checking table locks.
  SLG1 (Application Log) for reviewing logs related to the error.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for eCATT and the specific table you are trying to write to for more details on constraints and data requirements.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the ECATT_ODATA_ST_TST202 error.