How To Fix ILM_STOR_CS220 - Unable to display application log '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Unable to display application log '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR_CS220 - Unable to display application log '&1' ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR_CS220, which states "Unable to display application log '&1'," typically occurs in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) when there is an issue accessing or displaying the application log associated with a specific ILM process. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Log Not Found: The application log specified by the identifier '&1' may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the application log.
  Technical Issues: There may be a technical issue with the logging mechanism or the database that stores the logs.
  Incorrect Log Identifier: The log identifier provided may be incorrect or malformed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Log Identifier: Verify that the log identifier '&1' is correct and corresponds to an existing log entry.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the application logs. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Log Retrieval: If the log is missing, check if it has been archived or deleted. You may need to consult with your system administrator or ILM administrator to retrieve or restore the log.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further investigation. They may need to check the system logs or database for any underlying issues.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to manually check for logs related to ILM processes and see if you can find the relevant entries.
  
  Related Information:
  
  ILM Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation on Information Lifecycle Management for more details on how logs are managed and accessed.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  System Logs: Investigate system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors or warnings that might provide additional context for the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the ILM_STOR_CS220 error in your SAP system.