How To Fix ILM_STOR_CS079 - Shared semaphore does not exist for plug-in '&1', seq. no. '&2', run '&3'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STOR_CS - ILM DB Store: Certification Suite Messages

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Shared semaphore does not exist for plug-in '&1', seq. no. '&2', run '&3'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR_CS079 - Shared semaphore does not exist for plug-in '&1', seq. no. '&2', run '&3' ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR_CS079 indicates that a shared semaphore does not exist for a specific plug-in, sequence number, and run. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) when there are issues related to the management of shared resources or processes.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Semaphore: The error suggests that the semaphore, which is a synchronization mechanism used to control access to shared resources, is not available. This could be due to:
  
  The process that was supposed to create the semaphore did not run or failed.
  The semaphore was deleted or not properly initialized.
  There may be a configuration issue with the ILM plug-in.
  
  
  
  Concurrency Issues: If multiple processes are trying to access the same resource simultaneously, it may lead to a situation where the semaphore is not available.
  
  
  System or Configuration Errors: There could be underlying issues with the system configuration or the ILM setup that prevent the semaphore from being created or accessed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the ILM Configuration: Ensure that the ILM plug-in is correctly configured. Review the settings and parameters related to the plug-in that is mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  Restart the Process: If the process that is supposed to create the semaphore has failed, try restarting it. This may involve restarting the relevant background jobs or processes.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Investigate if there are any locks or other processes that might be interfering with the creation of the semaphore. Use transaction codes like SM12 (for lock entries) to check for any locks that might be causing the issue.
  
  
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the failure.
  
  
  System Restart: In some cases, a system restart may be necessary to clear any stale processes or resources that are causing the issue.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues related to this error.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error details, including the plug-in name, sequence number, and run information.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SLG1 (Application Log), SM12 (Lock Entries), and SM37 (Job Monitoring) to help diagnose the issue.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for ILM to understand the architecture and configuration of the ILM plug-ins.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the ILM_STOR_CS079 error in your SAP system.