How To Fix /SMBA0/GOC057 - Cannot retrieve active version of eCATT script &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMBA0/GOC -

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Cannot retrieve active version of eCATT script &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMBA0/GOC057 - Cannot retrieve active version of eCATT script &1. ?

  The SAP error message /SMBA0/GOC057 Cannot retrieve active version of eCATT script &1 typically occurs when there is an issue with the eCATT (extended Computer Aided Test Tool) script in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find or access the active version of the specified eCATT script.
  Causes:
  
  Script Not Active: The eCATT script may not be activated. In SAP, scripts must be activated before they can be executed.
  Script Deletion: The script may have been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the script may not have the necessary authorizations to access the script.
  Transport Issues: If the script was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues that prevent the retrieval of the script.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Activate the Script: Check if the script is active. You can do this by navigating to the eCATT transaction (code: SECATT) and verifying the status of the script. If it is not active, activate it.
  Check Script Existence: Ensure that the script exists in the system. You can search for the script using the transaction code SECATT and verify its status.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the eCATT script. You may need to check the user roles and profiles.
  Check Transport Logs: If the script was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport.
  Database Consistency: If you suspect database issues, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your database administrator.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SECATT: eCATT transaction for managing and executing eCATT scripts.
  SE80: Object Navigator, where you can also check for the existence of the script.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for eCATT for more detailed information on script management and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.