How To Fix ILM_STOR207 - Error while deleting file &1: &2

ILM_STOR207 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STOR -

• Message number: 207

• Message text: Error while deleting file &1: &2

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ILM_STOR207 - Details

• The SAP error message ILM_STOR207 indicates that there was an error while attempting to delete a file in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM). The message typically includes two placeholders: &1 for the file name and &2 for the specific error details.
  Cause
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  File Not Found: The specified file may not exist in the expected location.
  File Locking: The file might be locked by another process or user, preventing deletion.
  Insufficient Permissions: The user or process attempting to delete the file may not have the necessary permissions to perform the deletion.
  File System Issues: There could be issues with the underlying file system, such as corruption or lack of space.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the ILM settings or the storage system.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the ILM_STOR207 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check File Existence: Verify that the file specified in the error message actually exists