How To Fix RSTT0176 - Test object &1 (&2) of type &3 does not exist actively in system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSTT0 - Trace Tool: Message Class Engine Layer

• Message number: 176

• Message text: Test object &1 (&2) of type &3 does not exist actively in system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSTT0176 - Test object &1 (&2) of type &3 does not exist actively in system ?

  The SAP error message RSTT0176 indicates that a test object specified in your request does not exist actively in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Test Management or when working with test cases in the SAP Solution Manager.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Object Deletion: The test object (e.g., a test case, test script, or test plan) may have been deleted or is no longer active in the system.
  Incorrect Object Reference: The reference to the test object may be incorrect, possibly due to a typo or an outdated reference.
  Transport Issues: If the test object was transported from one system to another, it may not have been transported correctly or may not exist in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the test object, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSTT0176 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Object Existence:
  
  Check if the test object exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SOLAR01 for test cases) and searching for the object using its ID.
  
  
  
  Check Object Status:
  
  Ensure that the test object is active. If it has been marked as inactive or deleted, you may need to reactivate it or recreate it.
  
  
  
  Correct Object Reference:
  
  Double-check the reference to the test object in your configuration or test execution. Ensure that the ID and type are correct.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Logs:
  
  If the object was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully transported to the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the test has the necessary authorizations to access the test object. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Object:
  
  If the object is indeed missing and cannot be recovered, you may need to recreate it from scratch.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SOLAR01 (for test cases) and SE80 (for object management).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Test Management and the specific object types you are working with for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.