How To Fix ILM_AUDIT005 - No template was selected! Please select a template.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_AUDIT -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No template was selected! Please select a template.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_AUDIT005 - No template was selected! Please select a template. ?

  The SAP error message ILM_AUDIT005 ("No template was selected! Please select a template.") typically occurs in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) when a user attempts to execute an audit or report without selecting a required template. This error indicates that the system expects a specific template to be chosen for the operation to proceed.
  Cause:
  
  No Template Selected: The most straightforward cause is that the user has not selected any template from the available options.
  Template Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the templates in the system, such as missing or inactive templates.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or view the templates.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Template:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or report where the error occurred.
  Look for a dropdown or selection field for templates.
  Choose an appropriate template from the list provided.
  
  
  
  Check Template Configuration:
  
  If you believe templates should be available but are not, check the configuration settings for ILM templates.
  Ensure that the templates are properly defined and active in the system.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the templates.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the user roles are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on how to create or manage templates in ILM.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes related to ILM, such as ILM_AUDIT or ILM_TEMPLATE.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to ILM and the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly select and use templates within the ILM framework to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ILM_AUDIT005 error and proceed with your audit or reporting tasks in SAP.