How To Fix ILM_STANDARDS011 - Enter a description for ILM object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STANDARDS - ILM Standard Checks

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Enter a description for ILM object &1

What causes this issue?

The description of ILM object &V1& is missing.

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?

Either you haven?t defined a description yet or it hasn?t been
transported to the system in which you are getting this message.
If the first case, please enter a description.
Note that in the second case, only those descriptions created in DE
(German) are transported automatically for the related table (LR
M_T_OT_T). If you have created a description in another language, you
must include it in the transport manually. You can also ask your system
administrator to change the settings for table LRM_T_OT_T to define
another language as the leading language.

Procedure for System Administrators

For more information about the procedure in case 2, see Note 1234946.
Workbench Organizer for SAP Developers under point A11. How do you
classify the original language of a table using transaction
CUS_ORIGLANG?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STANDARDS011 - Enter a description for ILM object &1 ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STANDARDS011 indicates that a description for an Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) object is missing. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify an ILM object, and the system requires a description to be provided.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the required field for the description of the ILM object has not been filled in. In SAP, many objects require a description to provide context and clarity about their purpose or function.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to provide a description for the ILM object you are working with. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Navigate to the ILM Object Creation/Modification Screen: Go to the transaction or screen where you are creating or modifying the ILM object.
  
  
  Locate the Description Field: Find the field labeled "Description" or similar, which is typically required.
  
  
  Enter a Valid Description: Input a meaningful description that accurately reflects the purpose of the ILM object. Ensure that it meets any character limits or formatting requirements specified by SAP.
  
  
  Save Your Changes: After entering the description, save your changes to the ILM object.
  
  
  Re-attempt the Operation: If you were performing an operation that triggered the error, try to execute it again after providing the description.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ILM Objects: Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) is a framework in SAP that helps manage data throughout its lifecycle, including retention, archiving, and deletion.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on ILM and the specific objects you are working with.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes related to ILM, such as SARA (Archive Administration) or ILM-related transactions.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify ILM objects, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.