How To Fix TT188 - Test case & external variants deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TT - Extended Computer Aided Test Tool (eCATT) messages

• Message number: 188

• Message text: Test case & external variants deleted

What causes this issue?

If the procedure uses external variants, they come from an external
file whose default name is the procedure number with the extension
.TXT.
<DS:DE.CATEXCMD>External variants</>

System Response

The test procedure contained external variants which were deleted with
the function 'Delete inluded'.

How to fix this error?

The deletion is only effective after saving. A file outside the SAP
System is not affected by theis delete procedure.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TT188 - Test case & external variants deleted ?

  The SAP error message TT188, which states "Test case & external variants deleted," typically occurs in the context of SAP Test Management or when working with test cases and their associated external variants in the SAP Solution Manager or other SAP testing tools.
  Cause:
  The error message TT188 indicates that a test case or its associated external variants have been deleted. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Manual Deletion: A user may have manually deleted the test case or the external variants associated with it.
  Data Cleanup: A data cleanup process or a batch job may have removed the test cases or variants based on certain criteria.
  Transport Issues: If test cases are transported between systems, there may be inconsistencies that lead to the deletion of test cases or variants.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system errors or issues that cause the test case or variants to be marked as deleted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TT188 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Deletion Logs: Review the logs or audit trails to determine when and why the test case or variants were deleted. This can provide insight into whether it was a manual action or an automated process.
  
  
  Restore Deleted Items: If the deletion was accidental, check if there is a way to restore the deleted test case or variants. Some systems may have a recycle bin or a way to recover deleted items.
  
  
  Recreate Test Cases/Variants: If restoration is not possible, you may need to recreate the test case and its associated external variants manually.
  
  
  Review Transport Requests: If the issue is related to transport, ensure that all necessary objects are included in the transport request and that the transport was successful.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to test management for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Solution Manager: If you are using SAP Solution Manager, familiarize yourself with its test management features and how to manage test cases and variants effectively.
  User Permissions: Ensure that users have the appropriate permissions to create, modify, and delete test cases and variants to prevent unauthorized deletions.
  Best Practices: Implement best practices for test case management, including regular backups and version control, to minimize the risk of data loss.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the TT188 error and prevent similar issues in the future.