How To Fix ILM_NOTIF017 - ILM object &1 is inactive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_NOTIF - Messages for ILM Notification

• Message number: 017

• Message text: ILM object &1 is inactive

What causes this issue?

The ILM object is not assigned to any Audit Area.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

To assign an ILM object to an Audit Area, do the following:
1. Launch <LS>ILMARA </>transaction.
2. Select an <LS>Audit Area </>of <LS>Policy Category </><LB>RTP </>and
click <LS>Continue</>.
3. Click <LS>Edit </>to assign ILM objects.
4. Select the checkbox in <LS>Object Assignment </>column to assign the
ILM object to an Audit Area and click <LS>Save</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_NOTIF017 - ILM object &1 is inactive ?

  The SAP error message ILM_NOTIF017 indicates that the Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) object specified (denoted by &1) is inactive. This typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation on an ILM object that has not been activated or is not in a state that allows it to be used.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive ILM Object: The ILM object you are trying to access or manipulate is not active. This could be due to it being newly created and not yet activated, or it may have been deactivated for some reason.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the ILM settings that prevent the object from being activated.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to activate or use the ILM object.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the ILM Object:
  
  Go to the ILM configuration transaction (usually SICF or ILM related transactions).
  Locate the ILM object in question and check its status.
  If it is inactive, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the ILM object to ensure that all required parameters are set correctly.
  Ensure that the ILM object is properly defined and linked to the necessary data.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to activate and use the ILM object.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the appropriate roles and permissions are assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to ILM for any specific instructions or troubleshooting steps that may apply to your situation.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ILM Overview: Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) is a framework in SAP that helps manage data retention and archiving according to legal and business requirements.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration), SARI (Archive Information System), and ILM related transactions for managing ILM objects.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to ILM objects and their activation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ILM_NOTIF017 error and successfully activate the ILM object in question.