How To Fix ECATT_ODW012 - Specify ABAP type

ECATT_ODW012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECATT_ODW - eCATT - OData Test Wizard

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Specify ABAP type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECATT_ODW012 - Specify ABAP type ?

  The SAP error message ECATT_ODW012, which states "Specify ABAP type," typically occurs in the context of eCATT (extended Computer Aided Test Tool) when there is an issue with the data type specification in your test script or when defining parameters for a test configuration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Type Specification: The error usually arises when a parameter or variable in your eCATT script does not have an associated ABAP data type. This can happen if you are trying to use a variable without defining its type.
  Incorrect Parameter Definition: If you are trying to pass parameters to a function or method and have not specified the correct ABAP type, this error can occur.
  Incompatible Data Types: If the data type specified does not match the expected type in the context of the eCATT script, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define ABAP Type: Ensure that all parameters and variables in your eCATT script have a defined ABAP