How To Fix ILM_AUDIT001 - The selection of tables/fields for object &1 is not possible

ILM_AUDIT001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_AUDIT -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: The selection of tables/fields for object &1 is not possible

What causes this issue?

For some objects the data transfer into Retention Warehouse is not
performed via an audit package. The data for these objects are available
in Retention Warehouse anyway.
(e.g. for objects AL_PRINTLIST, AL_DOCUMNTS, BC_DBTABLOG, S_AUT_LTXT)

System Response

No selection of tables and fields possible in the audit area
maintenance.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_AUDIT001 - The selection of tables/fields for object &1 is not possible ?

  The SAP error message ILM_AUDIT001 indicates that there is an issue with the selection of tables or fields for a specific object in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM). This error typically arises when the system cannot find the necessary configuration or data to perform the requested operation related to ILM auditing.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The object specified in the error message may not have been properly configured in the ILM settings.
  Invalid Object Name: The object name (&1) may be incorrect or not recognized by the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified tables or fields.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as database inconsistencies or missing transport requests.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the ILM object is correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the ILM settings for the specific object and ensuring that all necessary tables and fields are included.
  Use transaction SICF