How To Fix ILM_STOR600 - *** START OF EMAIL RUNTIME ERRORS ***

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STOR -

• Message number: 600

• Message text: *** START OF EMAIL RUNTIME ERRORS ***

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR600 - *** START OF EMAIL RUNTIME ERRORS *** ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR600, which indicates "START OF EMAIL RUNTIME ERRORS," typically relates to issues encountered during the execution of an email-related process in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM). This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing authorizations, or problems with the underlying email infrastructure.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the ILM configuration or email settings can lead to runtime errors.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the process may lack the necessary authorizations to send emails or access certain ILM functionalities.
  Email Server Issues: Problems with the SMTP server or email configuration can prevent emails from being sent.
  Network Issues: Connectivity problems between the SAP system and the email server can also cause this error.
  Missing or Incorrect Email Addresses: If the email addresses are not correctly formatted or are missing, the email sending process will fail.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the ILM configuration settings in transaction code ILM_CONFIG.
  Ensure that the email settings (SMTP configuration) are correctly set up in transaction code SCOT.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the ILM process and send emails. This can be checked using transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Test Email Functionality:
  
  Use transaction SOST to check the status of sent emails and see if there are any errors logged.
  Test the email sending functionality using transaction SCOT to ensure that the SMTP connection is working properly.
  
  
  
  Check Email Server Logs:
  
  Review the logs on the email server to identify any issues that may be preventing emails from being sent.
  
  
  
  Review Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing the SAP system from connecting to the email server.
  
  
  
  Validate Email Addresses:
  
  Check the email addresses being used in the process to ensure they are correctly formatted and valid.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for ILM and email configuration for best practices and detailed setup instructions.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage SAP support for further assistance.