Test Execution Log tracks test results, create evidence via logs.

What Is Test Execution Log & How Do You Create An Evidence (Test Execution Log)?


What is Test Execution Log?

The execution log keeps a record of the steps performed in the test, indicating whether they passed or failed. In case of failure, it provides information on why the failure occurred. It records what actions a step takes and what elements it acts upon. It includes all steps in one sequence, regardless of whether they are part of the main parent test or a test as step.


How to create a Test Execution Log?

To create a test script, perform the following steps:

  1. In the Test Case Wizard, select ‘Test lab’ tab.
  2. In Test lab, click on ‘Add new Test Lab Item’. On clicking on that button, you will be provided with options – Test Script, Test Execution Log. Select Test Execution Log.


  3. Clicking on Test Execution Log option, ‘Create evidence’ drawer will be opened.  


  4. Navigate to the "Overview" section to complete the Execution Title, Actual Environment, and Test Script columns.
  5. Fill the form as instructed below:
    1. Execution title: Enter the execution title. This field is mandatory.
    2. Actual Environment: Choose the actual environment in which the testing has happened. This field is optional.
    3. Test Script: Choose the test script used for testing. This field is mandatory.
  6. In the "Script" section, choose the "Outcome" of the test (passed/failed/untested). In the "Actual Result" field, if you need to share detailed information with someone about the outcome, specify it here.
  7. For Passed or Untested outcomes, proceed by creating evidence through the "Add Execution" button. 


  8. In the case of a Failed outcome, initiate defect creation by clicking the "Raise Defect" button.


    1. Title: Provide a concise title for the issue.
    2. Description: Add a detailed description of the issue.
    3. Type: Select the issue type (development/authorization/configuration/others/data), allowing for multiple selections.
    4. Assigned To: Specify the person responsible for resolving the issue.
    5. Planned Start Date: Indicate when the issue resolution should commence.
    6. Planned End Date: Specify the deadline for completing the issue resolution.
    7. Priority: Set the priority level to highlight the urgency of issue resolution.
  9. Click "Raise Defect" button to generate the issue. Then, trigger the "Add Execution" button for the evidence to get created.


Note: For failed test cases, clicking "Raise Defect" will instantly create an issue, so proceed thoughtfully.