How To Fix ILM_STOR_MBC050 - MBC process does not contain START-type notification in state 'PROCESED'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 050

• Message text: MBC process does not contain START-type notification in state 'PROCESED'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR_MBC050 - MBC process does not contain START-type notification in state 'PROCESED' ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR_MBC050 indicates that there is an issue with the Management of Business Context (MBC) process in the Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) framework. Specifically, the error states that the MBC process does not contain a START-type notification in the state 'PROCESSED'. 
  Cause:
  This error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing START Notification: The MBC process is expected to have a START notification that has been processed. If this notification is missing or has not been processed correctly, the system will throw this error.
  
  
  Incorrect Process State: The MBC process may be in an incorrect state, which does not allow for the expected notifications to be processed.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the ILM settings or the MBC process itself that prevent the proper handling of notifications.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be data integrity issues within the ILM or MBC processes that lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ILM_STOR_MBC050 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check MBC Process: Verify the MBC process in question to ensure that it has a START notification that is in the 'PROCESSED' state. You can do this by checking the relevant logs or monitoring tools in SAP.
  
  
  Review Notifications: Look for any notifications related to the MBC process. Ensure that all necessary notifications have been created and processed correctly.
  
  
  Reprocess Notifications: If you find that the START notification is missing or not processed, you may need to reprocess the notifications. This can often be done through transaction codes related to ILM or MBC.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for ILM and MBC processes to ensure they are set up correctly. This includes checking the settings for notifications and process states.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to ILM and MBC processes for any specific guidance or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide patches or additional insights into the problem.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ILM-related transactions (e.g., ILM_MBC, ILM_MBC_MONITOR) to monitor and manage MBC processes.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to ILM and MBC processes for any known issues or updates that may address this error.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP Help documentation for Information Lifecycle Management to understand the architecture and processes involved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the ILM_STOR_MBC050 error.