Why Is My Codeless Test Case Failing at a Specific Step?

A codeless test case may fail at a specific step when TestGrid cannot successfully perform the recorded action. This is typically caused by element identification issues, application load delays, changes in the application UI, or incorrect test data.

A codeless test case usually fails at a specific step for one of the following reasons:

• The target element cannot be found.

• The page or application screen did not load in time.

• The locator associated with the element has changed.

• The application screen differs from the original recorded flow.

• The test data used during execution is invalid or unavailable.

How to Identify the Root Cause

Step 1: Review the Failed Execution

Open the failed execution result and identify the step that failed.

Review:

• Failed Step Details

• Execution Screenshot

• Execution Video (if available)

• Execution Logs

Step 2: Verify Element Availability

Check whether the element referenced in the failed step:

• Exists on the page or screen.

• Is visible to the user.

• Has been moved or renamed.

• Requires scrolling before interaction.

Step 3: Check for Application Changes

Compare the current application screen with the screen used during recording.

Look for:

• Updated layouts

• Renamed buttons

• Modified labels

• Additional popups or dialogs

• Navigation changes

Step 4: Validate Test Data

Verify that the data used during execution is valid and available.

Examples:

• User credentials

• Account numbers

• Search values

• Environment-specific data

Step 5: Review Timing Issues

If the application loads slowly, the element may not be available when the action is executed.

Consider:

• Adding a wait step

• Adding a condition step

• Waiting for element visibility before interaction