How To Fix ILM_STOR670 - BLOB size of &1 may not be 0

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STOR -

• Message number: 670

• Message text: BLOB size of &1 may not be 0

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR670 - BLOB size of &1 may not be 0 ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR670 indicates that there is an issue with the size of a Binary Large Object (BLOB) being processed in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM). Specifically, the error states that the BLOB size of a certain object may not be zero, which means that the system is attempting to handle a BLOB that is empty or not properly initialized.
  Cause:
  
  Empty BLOB: The most common cause of this error is that the BLOB being processed is empty (size = 0). This can happen if the data was not correctly populated or if there was an issue during the data extraction or storage process.
  Data Corruption: There may be corruption in the data that is being processed, leading to an empty BLOB.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the ILM settings or the storage system may lead to this error.
  Programming Errors: If custom code is involved in handling BLOBs, there may be a bug or oversight in the code that leads to the BLOB not being populated correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Source: Verify the source of the data that is supposed to populate the BLOB. Ensure that the data is being correctly extracted and that it is not empty.
  Review Configuration: Check the ILM configuration settings to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This includes checking the storage settings and any related parameters.
  Debugging: If custom code is involved, debug the code to identify where the BLOB is being set and ensure that it is being populated correctly before it is processed.
  Data Integrity Checks: Perform data integrity checks to ensure that the data being processed is not corrupted and is in the expected format.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for ILM and BLOB handling to ensure that you are following best practices and guidelines.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  ILM (Information Lifecycle Management): ILM is a framework in SAP that helps manage data throughout its lifecycle, including archiving, retention, and deletion.
  BLOB (Binary Large Object): A BLOB is a collection of binary data stored as a single entity in a database management system. BLOBs are typically used to store images, audio, or other multimedia objects.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the ILM_STOR670 error and implement a solution to resolve it.