How To Fix ILM_STOR_CS216 - Data element '&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: 216

• Message text: Data element '&1' does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR_CS216 - Data element '&1' does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR_CS216, which states "Data element '&1' does not exist," typically occurs in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) when the system is trying to access a data element that is not defined or is not available in the current context.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data Element: The data element referenced in the error message (represented by &1) does not exist in the SAP system. This could be due to a configuration issue, a missing transport, or an inconsistency in the data model.
  Incorrect Configuration: The ILM configuration may be pointing to a data element that has been deleted or renamed.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the data element may not have been included in the transport request.
  Development Environment Issues: If you are working in a development environment, the data element may not have been created or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Element: Verify if the data element exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to search for the data element.
  Review Configuration: Check the ILM configuration settings to ensure that they are correctly pointing to existing data elements. This can be done in transaction ILM_CONFIG.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request. You may need to re-transport the missing objects.
  Recreate Data Element: If the data element is indeed missing and is required, you may need to recreate it in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or notes from SAP that may provide additional context or solutions for this specific error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for notes using the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), ILM_CONFIG (ILM Configuration), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for troubleshooting.
  ILM Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation on Information Lifecycle Management for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.