How To Fix ARC_DAS_CON120 - Archive store &1 does not conform to ILM_AL (BOR type &2 / doc. type &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARC_DAS_CON - XML DAS Connector: Messages

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Archive store &1 does not conform to ILM_AL (BOR type &2 / doc. type &3)

What causes this issue?

The operation was executed for a collection or resource to which an
archive store is assigned which does not fulfill all functional
requirements. Specifically, the archive store is not able to propagate
the expiration date to lower-level collections and resist deletion
attempts. Thus data which, from the ILM (Information Lifecycle
Management) view, ought to be protected, is at risk of being deleted.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

The expiration date was not set in the resource of the processed BOR
type and the document type.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the archive store can obtain the requisite ILM conformity
class through a release upgrade. The storage date can then be set by
restarting the report.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARC_DAS_CON120 - Archive store &1 does not conform to ILM_AL (BOR type &2 / doc. type &3) ?

  The SAP error message ARC_DAS_CON120 indicates that there is a mismatch or inconsistency between the archive store and the Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) settings. Specifically, it suggests that the archive store does not conform to the expected ILM settings for the specified Business Object Repository (BOR) type and document type.
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Archive Store: The archive store you are trying to access or use does not meet the requirements set by the ILM configuration for the specified BOR type and document type.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the ILM settings or the archive object settings that leads to this inconsistency.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been changes in the archive settings, this could lead to discrepancies.
  Version Mismatch: The version of the archive store may not be compatible with the current ILM settings or the SAP system version.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Archive Store Configuration: Verify the configuration of the archive store in transaction SARA. Ensure that it is correctly set up to conform to the ILM requirements for the specified BOR and document types.
  Review ILM Settings: Go to the ILM settings in transaction SARA or ILM and check if the settings for the BOR type and document type are correctly defined.
  Recreate Archive Object: If the archive object is not configured correctly, you may need to recreate it or adjust its settings to ensure compliance with ILM.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to ILM and archiving to understand the specific requirements for the BOR and document types you are working with.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific details of your system and configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information
  ILM: Information Lifecycle Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on ILM and archiving processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.