How To Fix ILM_STOR_CS317 - Existence check for archive store '&1' has failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 317

• Message text: Existence check for archive store '&1' has failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR_CS317 - Existence check for archive store '&1' has failed ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR_CS317 indicates that there is an issue with the existence check for an archive store. This error typically arises in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) when the system is unable to find or access the specified archive store.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Archive Store: The specified archive store (&1) does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The archive store may not be properly configured or activated in the ILM settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the archive store.
  Database Issues: There may be underlying database issues that prevent the system from accessing the archive store.
  Transport Issues: If the archive store was recently transported from another system, it may not have been set up correctly in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Archive Store Configuration:
  
  Go to the ILM configuration in the SAP system and verify that the archive store exists and is correctly configured.
  Use transaction code SARA to check the archive object and its associated archive store.
  
  
  
  Verify Existence:
  
  Ensure that the archive store name is correctly specified in the relevant configuration or transaction.
  Check if the archive store is active and not in a deactivated state.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the archive store. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Database Connectivity:
  
  Check for any database connectivity issues that might be affecting access to the archive store.
  Review database logs for any errors that might indicate problems.
  
  
  
  Transport and Setup:
  
  If the archive store was transported, ensure that all necessary configuration steps were followed in the target system.
  Recheck the transport logs for any errors or warnings related to the archive store.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information
  SAD1: Archive Store Administration
  
  
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation on ILM and archiving for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.