How To Fix ILM142 - Notification &1 does not have status &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM - Basic Maintenance Processing

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Notification &1 does not have status &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM142 - Notification &1 does not have status &2 ?

  The SAP error message ILM142, which states "Notification &1 does not have status &2," typically occurs in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) when there is an issue with the status of a notification in the system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to archive or delete data related to a notification that is not in the expected status.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Notification Status: The notification you are trying to process does not have the status that is required for the operation you are attempting (e.g., archiving, deletion).
  Business Logic Constraints: Certain operations can only be performed on notifications that are in specific statuses. For example, a notification may need to be in a "Completed" or "Closed" status before it can be archived.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data or the workflow that prevent the notification from being processed as expected.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ILM142 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Notification Status: Verify the current status of the notification (indicated by &1 in the error message). You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., IW22 for change notification) and checking the status field.
  
  
  Update Notification Status: If the notification is not in the required status, you may need to change its status to the appropriate one. This could involve completing the necessary tasks or processes associated with the notification.
  
  
  Review Business Process: Ensure that the business process related to the notification is being followed correctly. If there are specific steps that need to be completed before the notification can be archived or deleted, make sure those steps are completed.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines regarding the specific statuses required for notifications in your business process.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IW21 (Create Notification), IW22 (Change Notification), and IW23 (Display Notification) to manage notifications effectively.
  Status Management: Understand the different statuses that notifications can have and the implications of each status on your business processes.
  ILM Configuration: Review your ILM configuration settings to ensure they align with your organization's data retention and archiving policies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ILM142 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.