How To Fix ILM_STOR658 - Logical file name &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STOR -

• Message number: 658

• Message text: Logical file name &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

The logical file name &syst-msgv1& was used to determine or verify a
file name. However, it does not exist.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

The procedure is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Use transaction <DS:TRAN.FILE>FILE</> to check the logical file name.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR658 - Logical file name &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR658 indicates that the logical file name specified in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) does not exist in the system. This error typically arises when the system is trying to access a storage location or a file that has not been properly defined or configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Logical File Name: The logical file name referenced in the ILM configuration does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The logical file name may have been incorrectly configured or misspelled in the ILM settings.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, the logical file name may not have been included in the transport request.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the logical file name.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Logical File Name:
  
  Go to transaction code AL11 or FILE to check if the logical file name exists.
  Use transaction code FILE to see the logical file names defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Define Logical File Name:
  
  If the logical file name does not exist, you can define it using transaction code FILE.
  Ensure that the logical file name is correctly mapped to the physical file path.
  
  
  
  Review ILM Configuration:
  
  Check the ILM configuration settings to ensure that the logical file name is correctly specified.
  Use transaction code SARA to access ILM settings and verify the configuration.
  
  
  
  Transport Configuration:
  
  If the logical file name was supposed to be transported, ensure that it is included in the transport request.
  Check the transport logs for any issues related to the transport of the logical file name.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the logical file name.
  Check the user roles and profiles to confirm that they have the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  AL11: Display SAP directories.
  SARA: Archive Administration.
  FILE: Logical file name maintenance.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Information Lifecycle Management for detailed guidance on configuring ILM and managing logical file names.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to ILM and logical file names.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ILM_STOR658 error and ensure that the logical file name is correctly configured in your SAP system.