How To Fix ILM_STANDARDS030 - There are empty fields in IRM_CUST maintenance dialog (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STANDARDS - ILM Standard Checks

• Message number: 030

• Message text: There are empty fields in IRM_CUST maintenance dialog (see long text)

What causes this issue?

There are entries in the following maintenance dialgos of the
transaction IRM_CUST but some of the columns are empty. This means the
Customizing is inconsistent for these maintenance dialogs:
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System Response

INCLUDE ILM_STNDRD_CHECK_SYS_RESP_1 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Check the Customizing of your ILM object. To do so, use transaction
IRM_CUST or the BAdI intended for this purpose if you have registered
the object dynamically (this means not in transaction IRM_CUST).
INCLUDE ILM_STNDRD_CHECK_WHATODO_1 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STANDARDS030 - There are empty fields in IRM_CUST maintenance dialog (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STANDARDS030 indicates that there are empty fields in the Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) Customizing (IRM_CUST) maintenance dialog. This typically occurs when required fields in the configuration settings for ILM are not filled out, which can prevent proper functioning of the ILM processes.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one or more mandatory fields in the ILM Customizing settings being left empty. These fields are essential for the configuration of ILM and must be populated to ensure that the system can manage data retention and deletion processes correctly.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the ILM Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code SICF or SPRO to access the ILM Customizing settings.
  Navigate to the relevant section for ILM configuration.
  
  
  
  Check Required Fields:
  
  Review the fields in the IRM_CUST maintenance dialog.
  Identify any fields that are marked as mandatory (usually indicated by an asterisk or other visual cues).
  
  
  
  Fill in Missing Information:
  
  Populate all required fields with the appropriate values. This may include settings related to retention periods, data archiving, and other ILM parameters.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After filling in the necessary fields, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the changes, test the ILM functionality to ensure that the error no longer appears and that the system operates as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for ILM to understand the specific fields and their significance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after filling in the required fields, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that all mandatory fields are filled out correctly, you should be able to resolve the ILM_STANDARDS030 error and continue with your ILM processes without issues.