How To Fix ILM_STOR134 - Process step &1 stops processing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STOR -

• Message number: 134

• Message text: Process step &1 stops processing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR134 - Process step &1 stops processing ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR134, which states "Process step &1 stops processing," is related to the Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) functionality in SAP. This error typically occurs during the execution of an ILM process, such as archiving or data deletion, and indicates that a specific process step has encountered an issue that prevents it from continuing.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of ILM settings or archiving objects can lead to this error.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may have inconsistencies or may not meet the required criteria for the archiving or deletion process.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the process may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  Technical Errors: There may be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or system resource limitations.
  Process Dependencies: The process step may depend on the successful completion of a previous step, which may have failed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the ILM configuration settings and ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set up.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into what went wrong.
  Data Validation: Validate the data being processed to ensure it meets the criteria for archiving or deletion. Look for any inconsistencies or errors in the data.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the process has the appropriate authorizations to perform the action.
  System Resources: Monitor system resources (CPU, memory, database connections) to ensure that there are no resource constraints affecting the process.
  Retry the Process: If the issue was temporary, retrying the process may resolve the error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to ILM for any specific guidance on the error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to ILM and the specific error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) and ILM-related transactions for managing ILM processes.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed logs and error messages for further analysis.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ILM_STOR134 error and implement a suitable solution.