How To Fix ECATT_TESTPROXY204 - Watching for planned jobs at &1 &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECATT_TESTPROXY - Foreground Scheduler: All Messages

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Watching for planned jobs at &1 &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECATT_TESTPROXY204 - Watching for planned jobs at &1 &2. ?

  The SAP error message ECATT_TESTPROXY204, which states "Watching for planned jobs at &1 &2," typically occurs in the context of eCATT (extended Computer Aided Test Tool) when the system is waiting for a scheduled job to complete before proceeding with the test execution. This message indicates that the eCATT is monitoring the status of a job that has been scheduled to run in the background.
  Cause:
  
  Job Scheduling: The error is often caused by a job that has been scheduled but has not yet completed. eCATT is designed to wait for the completion of this job before it can continue with the next steps in the test script.
  Long Running Jobs: If the job takes longer than expected to complete, eCATT will continue to wait, leading to this message.
  Job Status: The job may be in a status that is not progressing (e.g., it may be stuck or in a hold state).
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Job Status: Use transaction code SM37 to check the status of the job that eCATT is waiting for. Look for any errors or issues that may have caused the job to hang or take longer than expected.
  Job Completion: If the job is still running, you may need to wait for it to complete. If it has failed or is stuck, you may need to troubleshoot the job itself.
  Adjust Timing: If the job is known to take a long time, consider adjusting the timing or scheduling of the job to ensure it completes before eCATT starts executing the test.
  Manual Intervention: If necessary, you can manually intervene by stopping or restarting the job if it is stuck.
  Increase Timeout: If applicable, you may also consider increasing the timeout settings in eCATT to allow for longer wait times for job completion.
  
  Related Information:
  
  eCATT Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for eCATT to understand how it handles job monitoring and execution.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to eCATT and job monitoring.
  System Performance: Ensure that the system performance is optimal, as slow performance can lead to longer job execution times.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ECATT_TESTPROXY204 error and ensure that your eCATT tests run smoothly.