How To Fix ECATT_ODW026 - Test data container "&1" does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECATT_ODW - eCATT - OData Test Wizard

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Test data container "&1" does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECATT_ODW026 - Test data container "&1" does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ECATT_ODW026 indicates that the test data container specified (denoted by "&1") does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to execute a test script in eCATT (extended Computer Aided Test Tool) and the test data container that is referenced in the script is either missing or incorrectly specified.
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent Test Data Container: The specified test data container has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Naming: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the test script where the test data container is referenced.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the test may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified test data container.
  Transport Issues: If the test data container was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or may not exist in the target system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Existence: Check if the test data container exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the eCATT transaction (code: SECATT) and looking for the test data container in the relevant namespace.
  Create the Test Data Container: If the test data container does not exist, you will need to create it. You can do this in the eCATT transaction by selecting the option to create a new test data container.
  Check Naming: Ensure that the name of the test data container in your test script matches exactly with the name of the container in the system. Pay attention to case sensitivity and any special characters.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the test has the necessary authorizations to access the test data container. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Transport Check: If the test data container was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure it was transported successfully. If not, you may need to re-transport it.
  
  Related Information:
  
  eCATT Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for eCATT for detailed information on creating and managing test data containers.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to eCATT and test data containers.
  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 ECATT_ODW026 error and successfully execute your eCATT test scripts.