How To Fix ILM_STOR314 - Cannot expand logical path or file &1 (message: &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STOR -

• Message number: 314

• Message text: Cannot expand logical path or file &1 (message: &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR314 - Cannot expand logical path or file &1 (message: &2) ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR314 indicates that there is an issue with expanding a logical path or file in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM). This error typically arises when the system is unable to locate or access the specified logical path or file, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Logical Path: The logical path specified in the configuration may be incorrect or not defined in the system.
  File System Issues: The underlying file system may be inaccessible, or there may be permission issues preventing access to the specified path.
  Configuration Errors: There may be misconfigurations in the ILM settings or storage settings that lead to this error.
  Network Issues: If the logical path points to a network location, there may be network connectivity issues.
  Missing Files: The file that the system is trying to access may not exist or may have been deleted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Logical Path: Check the logical path specified in the ILM configuration. Ensure that it is correctly defined and points to the right location.
  Check File System Access: Ensure that the file system is accessible and that the necessary permissions are granted to the user or service account that is trying to access the path.
  Review ILM Configuration: Go through the ILM configuration settings to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This includes checking the storage settings and any related parameters.
  Network Connectivity: If the logical path is on a network share, verify that the network connection is stable and that the share is accessible.
  File Existence: Confirm that the file or directory that the system is trying to access actually exists in the specified location.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like ILM or SARA to access ILM-related settings and configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs and traces for more detailed error messages that can provide further insights into the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on ILM for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.