How To Fix ILM_STOR679 - Error during system command &1: &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STOR -

• Message number: 679

• Message text: Error during system command &1: &2

What causes this issue?

The (operating) system command &syst-msgv1& was supposed to be executed.
This resulted in error message &syst-msgv2& being returned.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Use transaction <LS>External Operating System Commands</> (<LB>SM49</>)
to verify command &syst-msgv1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR679 - Error during system command &1: &2 ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR679 typically indicates that there was an issue executing a system command related to Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) storage. This error can occur during various operations, such as archiving or deleting data, where the system attempts to execute a command that fails for some reason.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Incorrect Command Syntax: The command being executed may have incorrect syntax or parameters.
  Permission Issues: The user or the system may not have the necessary permissions to execute the command.
  Missing Executable: The command may refer to an executable that is not present on the system or is not in the expected path.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the ILM settings or the underlying system that prevent the command from executing successfully.
  Resource Limitations: The system may be running low on resources (e.g., memory, disk space) that are required to execute the command.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ILM_STOR679 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Command Syntax: Review the command that is being executed for any syntax errors or incorrect parameters.
  Verify Permissions: Ensure that the user executing the command has the necessary permissions to perform the action.
  Check Executable Path: Confirm that the executable referenced in the command exists and is accessible in the expected directory.
  Review ILM Configuration: Check the ILM configuration settings to ensure they are correctly set up and that there are no misconfigurations.
  Monitor System Resources: Check the system for resource availability (CPU, memory, disk space) and address any limitations.
  Check Logs: Review the application and system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the failure.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Information Lifecycle Management for detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurred.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the ILM_STOR679 error and implement a solution to resolve it.