How To Fix CRM_DPP_ILM_TEST025 - Count of source fields expected to be &1 but is &2 for ILM object &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_DPP_ILM_TEST - CRM Data Privacy: Messages for ILM tests

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Count of source fields expected to be &1 but is &2 for ILM object &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_DPP_ILM_TEST025 - Count of source fields expected to be &1 but is &2 for ILM object &3 ?

  The SAP error message CRM_DPP_ILM_TEST025 indicates a mismatch in the expected number of source fields for an Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) object. Specifically, the message states that the system expected a certain count of source fields (denoted as &1), but it found a different count (denoted as &2) for the specified ILM object (denoted as &3).
  Cause:
  This error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Configuration Issues: The ILM object may not be properly configured, leading to discrepancies in the expected and actual number of source fields.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model or structure of the ILM object may have occurred, resulting in a mismatch.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements related to the ILM object, they may not align with the expected structure.
  Transport Issues: If the ILM object was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport that caused the mismatch.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the ILM object in question. Ensure that the source fields are correctly defined and match the expected count.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Model:
  
  If there have been recent changes to the data model, verify that the changes are reflected in the ILM configuration. You may need to adjust the configuration to align with the new data model.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments related to the ILM object, review the code to ensure it adheres to the expected structure and does not introduce discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Transport Validation:
  
  If the ILM object was transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings. Ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific ILM object for any known issues or additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the ILM object functions as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  ILM Documentation: Review the official SAP ILM documentation for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.