How To Fix ILM_STANDARDS015 - If possible, do not use obsolete time references for the ILM object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STANDARDS - ILM Standard Checks

• Message number: 015

• Message text: If possible, do not use obsolete time references for the ILM object

What causes this issue?

The ILM standard stipulates that, if possible, an ILM object does not
use obsolete time references. However, your ILM object uses the
following time references, that are obsolete: &V1& &V2& &V3& &V4&

System Response

This message is only a warning.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE ILM_STNDRD_CHECK_WHATODO_1 OBJECT DOKU ID TX
Check whether you can use other time references for your ILM object. The
disadvantage of using time references that are considered to be obsolete
is that the their names do not tell the user as of the end of which
year, month, and so on they are calculated. For example, as of the
creation or change date or a document or as of a different date. This
information is stored in the coding. A correctly defined time reference
contains this information in its name, for example, LAST_CHANGE_DATE, or
CREATION_DATE.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STANDARDS015 - If possible, do not use obsolete time references for the ILM object ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STANDARDS015 indicates that there is an issue with the use of obsolete time references for an Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) object. This typically occurs when you are trying to manage data retention or archiving processes in SAP, and the system has detected that the time references you are using are outdated or not compliant with the current ILM standards.
  Cause:
  
  Obsolete Time References: The error is triggered when the ILM object is associated with time references that are no longer valid or have been deprecated.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the ILM settings or policies that lead to the use of outdated time references.
  Data Retention Policies: The data retention policies defined in the system may not align with the current standards or practices.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review ILM Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the ILM object in question. Ensure that the time references are up-to-date and compliant with the current ILM standards.
  Update Time References: If you identify any obsolete time references, update them to the current standards. This may involve changing the retention periods or the associated time frames.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for ILM to understand the current standards and best practices for managing time references.
  Test Changes: After making updates, test the changes in a development or test environment to ensure that the error is resolved before applying them to the production system.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to SAP support for guidance specific to your system configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  ILM Policies: Familiarize yourself with the ILM policies and how they are defined in your SAP system. This includes understanding the lifecycle of data and how it should be managed.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on managing ILM objects.
  Training and Resources: Consider training resources or workshops on ILM to better understand the framework and how to effectively manage data retention and archiving in SAP.
  
  By addressing the root cause of the error and ensuring compliance with current ILM standards, you should be able to resolve the ILM_STANDARDS015 error effectively.