How To Fix ILM_CHECK008 - No results for check variant & for table &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_CHECK - ILM Check Sums

• Message number: 008

• Message text: No results for check variant & for table &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_CHECK008 - No results for check variant & for table & ?

  The SAP error message ILM_CHECK008 indicates that there are no results for a check variant in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM). This error typically arises when you are trying to execute a check for data archiving or data retention, and the system cannot find any relevant entries based on the specified criteria.
  Cause:
  
  No Data Available: The most common cause is that there are no entries in the specified table that meet the criteria defined in the check variant.
  Incorrect Check Variant: The check variant may not be correctly configured or may not correspond to the data you are trying to check.
  Data Already Archived: The data you are trying to check may have already been archived or deleted, leading to no results being found.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the system from accessing the data in the specified table.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Check Variant: Check the configuration of the check variant to ensure it is set up correctly and is appropriate for the data you are trying to analyze.
  Check Data Availability: Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to manually check the specified table for any existing entries that should be returned by the check.
  Review Archiving Status: If the data has been archived, you may need to review the archiving logs or settings to understand what has been archived and whether it affects your check.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: If applicable, adjust the selection criteria in the check variant to broaden the search parameters.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data in the specified table. You may need to consult with your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) and ILM-related transactions for managing data lifecycle.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to ILM checks or the error message ILM_CHECK008.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Information Lifecycle Management for best practices and guidelines on setting up check variants and managing data archiving.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.