How To Fix /SMB/MD_AS_CUST072 - Execution of eCATTs not allowed (System settings)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/MD_AS_CUST -

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Execution of eCATTs not allowed (System settings)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/MD_AS_CUST072 - Execution of eCATTs not allowed (System settings) ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/MD_AS_CUST072 Execution of eCATTs not allowed (System settings) typically indicates that the execution of eCATT (extended Computer Aided Test Tool) scripts is restricted due to system settings. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when the system is configured to prevent the execution of automated tests for security or compliance reasons.
  Cause:
  
  System Configuration: The system settings may have been configured to disallow the execution of eCATTs. This could be a deliberate security measure to prevent unauthorized testing or changes to the system.
  User Authorizations: The user attempting to execute the eCATT may not have the necessary authorizations or roles assigned to perform this action.
  Client Settings: The client in which you are trying to execute the eCATT may have specific settings that restrict eCATT execution.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check System Settings:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code SE93 to check the settings related to eCATT execution.
  Ensure that the system is configured to allow eCATT execution. This may involve checking the profile parameters or system configuration settings.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute eCATTs. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations for the eCATT-related objects, such as S_TCODE for transaction codes and S_ECATT for eCATT execution.
  
  
  
  Client Settings:
  
  Check if the client settings allow for eCATT execution. This can be done by consulting with your SAP Basis team or system administrator.
  If necessary, adjust the client settings to enable eCATT execution.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or notes related to eCATT for any specific configurations or restrictions that may apply to your system version.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above settings, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  eCATT Overview: eCATT is a tool used for automated testing in SAP environments. It allows users to create and execute test scripts to validate system functionality.
  Security Considerations: Always consider the security implications of enabling eCATT execution, especially in production environments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to allow eCATT execution in your SAP system.