How To Fix ILM114 - Notification &1 is flagged for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM - Basic Maintenance Processing

• Message number: 114

• Message text: Notification &1 is flagged for deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM114 - Notification &1 is flagged for deletion ?

  The SAP error message ILM114, which states "Notification &1 is flagged for deletion," typically occurs in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) when a notification (such as a maintenance notification or service notification) has been marked for deletion. This can happen for various reasons, including data management policies or user actions.
  Cause:
  
  Flagged for Deletion: The notification has been explicitly marked for deletion, either by a user or through a process that manages notifications.
  Data Retention Policies: The notification may be subject to data retention policies that dictate when and how data should be deleted.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the ILM settings may automatically flag notifications for deletion based on specific criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Notification Status: Verify the status of the notification in the system. If it is indeed flagged for deletion, you may need to review the reason for this flag.
  Unflag the Notification: If the notification should not be deleted, you can unflag it. This typically involves changing the status of the notification in the relevant transaction (e.g., IW21 for creating notifications, IW22 for changing notifications).
  Review ILM Settings: Check the ILM configuration settings to understand the policies that are in place. You may need to adjust these settings if they are too aggressive in flagging notifications for deletion.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on handling notifications and ILM settings.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is impacting business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IW21 (Create Notification), IW22 (Change Notification), and ILM configuration transactions.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change the status of notifications.
  Data Retention Policies: Understand your organization's data retention policies and how they interact with ILM to prevent unintended deletions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the ILM114 error and manage notifications effectively within your SAP system.