How To Fix ILM_AUDIT002 - The selection of tables/fields for object category &1 is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_AUDIT -

• Message number: 002

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

What causes this issue?

For objects of the selected object category data transfer into Retention
Warehouse is not performed via an audit package. Therefore the
maintenance of relevant tables and fields makes no sense.

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

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_AUDIT002 - The selection of tables/fields for object category &1 is not possible ?

  The SAP error message ILM_AUDIT002 indicates that there is an issue with the selection of tables or fields for a specific object category in the Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) context. This error typically arises when the system cannot find the necessary tables or fields that are required for the specified object category.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Object Category: The object category specified may not be valid or may not have any associated tables/fields defined in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration for the object category may not be set up correctly in the ILM settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the tables or fields related to the specified object category.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as missing database entries or inconsistencies in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Object Category: Check if the object category specified in the error message is correct and valid. Ensure that it is properly defined in the ILM configuration.
  Check Configuration: Review the ILM configuration settings to ensure that the necessary tables and fields are correctly assigned to the object category. This can typically be done in transaction code SARA or ILM Configuration.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the relevant tables and fields. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust authorizations if needed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to ILM and the specific object category to ensure that all prerequisites and configurations are met.
  System Check: If the issue persists, consider performing a system check for any inconsistencies or errors in the database that may be affecting the ILM functionality. This may involve checking logs or running consistency checks.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration), ILM Configuration, and SICF (Maintain Services) for managing ILM settings.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to ILM and the specific error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.