How To Fix ILM_STOR316 - Administrative origin not found for origin &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STOR -

• Message number: 316

• Message text: Administrative origin not found for origin &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR316 - Administrative origin not found for origin &1 ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR316 indicates that the system cannot find the administrative origin specified by the placeholder &1. This error typically occurs in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) when the system is trying to access or manage data related to a specific administrative origin that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Administrative Origin: The specified administrative origin does not exist in the system. This could be due to a configuration issue or because the origin was deleted or not created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the ILM might be incorrect, leading to the system being unable to locate the specified origin.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data or metadata related to the ILM configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Administrative Origins:
  
  Go to the ILM configuration settings in your SAP system.
  Verify that the administrative origin specified in the error message exists and is correctly configured.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the reference in the relevant ILM settings.
  
  
  
  Review ILM Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the ILM configuration transaction (e.g., ILM Configuration in the SAP GUI).
  Ensure that all necessary settings related to the administrative origins are properly defined.
  
  
  
  Check for Deletions:
  
  If the administrative origin was recently deleted, you may need to restore it or update any references to it in your ILM policies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help Portal or ILM documentation for guidance on configuring administrative origins and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, especially if this is impacting critical business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ILM Configuration: Understanding how to configure ILM and manage administrative origins is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the relevant SAP notes and documentation.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to ILM include ILM_CONFIG, ILM_ADMIN, and ILM_DATA.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide patches related to ILM and administrative origins.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.