Getting java.lang.NullPointerException Starting Workstation

Products

• CA Application Test
• CA Continuous Application Insight (PathFinder)

Issue/Introduction

Start Workstation and getting this error:

java.lang.NullPointerException
If you continue, data will not be saved to the database. Do you want to continue?

Cause

Permissions issue on the DEVTEST_HOME folder and subfolders.

Environment

All currently supported DevTest releases and platforms.

Resolution

Change permissions on DEVTEST_HOME folder to Full Control and Modify.