How To Fix ILM_STOR431 - Unknown request mode &1

ILM_STOR431 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STOR -

• Message number: 431

• Message text: Unknown request mode &1

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ILM_STOR431 - Details

• The SAP error message ILM_STOR431 with the description "Unknown request mode &1" typically occurs in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) when there is an issue with the request mode being used in an ILM-related operation. This error indicates that the system does not recognize the request mode specified in the operation.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Incorrect Request Mode: The request mode specified in the ILM operation is not valid or recognized by the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the ILM settings or the storage system.
  Version Compatibility: The version of the ILM component or the underlying database may not support the specified request mode.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the ILM area, they may not be handling the request mode correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ILM_STOR431 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Request Mode: Verify the request mode being used