How To Fix ILM_STOR_CS087 - Authorization activity '&1' does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Authorization activity '&1' does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR_CS087 - Authorization activity '&1' does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR_CS087 indicates that there is an authorization issue related to a specific activity in the Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) component. The message states that the authorization activity '&1' does not exist, which typically means that the user does not have the necessary permissions to perform the action they are attempting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user may not have the required authorization object assigned to their user profile. This could be due to a missing role or profile that includes the necessary permissions.
  Incorrect Configuration: The ILM configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the authorization activity.
  User Role Changes: Changes in user roles or profiles may have removed the necessary authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check the authorization check that failed. This will provide insight into which specific authorization is missing.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations are included.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Authorizations:
  
  If the required authorization object is missing, you may need to assign the appropriate role that includes the necessary authorizations for ILM activities.
  If you are an administrator, you can create or modify roles in transaction PFCG to include the required authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or the ILM configuration guide to understand the specific authorization objects related to the activity you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to ILM include ILM_AUTH and others specific to the actions being performed.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  ILM Configuration: Ensure that your ILM system is properly configured and that all necessary components are in place.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the authorization issue related to the ILM error message ILM_STOR_CS087.