How To Fix ILM_GENERAL004 - Object type &1 is not supported

ILM_GENERAL004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_GENERAL - General ILM Functions and Objects

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Object type &1 is not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_GENERAL004 - Object type &1 is not supported ?

  The SAP error message ILM_GENERAL004 indicates that the object type specified in the operation is not supported by the Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) framework. This error typically arises when attempting to perform an action on an object type that ILM does not recognize or support.
  
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Object Type: The object type you are trying to manage (e.g., a specific business object or data type) is not configured or recognized by the ILM system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the ILM settings or the object type may not have been properly defined in the ILM framework.
  Version Compatibility: The version of SAP you are using may not support the specific object type you are trying to work with.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Type: Verify that the object type you are trying to use is indeed supported by ILM. You can refer to the SAP documentation or ILM configuration guides to see the list of