How To Fix ILM_STOR_MBC040 - MBC process contains notification in 'ABORTED' state

ILM_STOR_MBC040 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STOR_MBC - ILM Store: MBC Message Class

• Message number: 040

• Message text: MBC process contains notification in 'ABORTED' state

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ILM_STOR_MBC040 - Details

• The SAP error message ILM_STOR_MBC040 indicates that a process related to the Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) has encountered an issue and is in an 'ABORTED' state. This typically occurs during the execution of a data archiving or data deletion process, where the system is unable to complete the task due to various reasons.
  Cause
  The 'ABORTED' state can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Technical Errors: Issues such as database connectivity problems, system resource limitations, or configuration errors can lead to the process being aborted.
  Data Issues: If there are inconsistencies or issues with the data being processed (e.g., locked records, missing data), the process may fail.
  Configuration Problems: Incorrect settings in the ILM configuration or archiving object settings can lead to failures.
  User Intervention: Manual interruption or cancellation of the process can also result in an aborted state.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the ILM_STOR_MBC040 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Logs: Review the application logs and the job