How To Fix ILM_STOR_MBC401 - MBC customizing failed on client side

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 401

• Message text: MBC customizing failed on client side

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR_MBC401 - MBC customizing failed on client side ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR_MBC401 indicates that there is a failure in the customizing of the ILM (Information Lifecycle Management) storage management for the client. This error typically arises during the configuration of ILM settings, particularly when dealing with the archiving and storage of data.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be incorrect or incomplete configuration settings in the ILM customizing.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the customizing activities.
  Client-Specific Settings: The error may occur if the settings are not properly defined for the specific client you are working in.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or inconsistencies in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the ILM customizing settings in transaction SARA or ILM to ensure that all required parameters are correctly set.
  Make sure that the storage settings are properly defined and that all necessary objects are activated.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the appropriate authorizations to perform ILM customizing. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Client-Specific Settings:
  
  Ensure that the customizing is done in the correct client. If you are working in a development or test client, make sure that the settings are transported correctly to the production environment.
  
  
  
  Technical Troubleshooting:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that might provide more context.
  Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any specific entries related to ILM or storage management.
  If necessary, consult with your Basis team to check for any underlying technical issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to ILM.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation for ILM to ensure that all steps are followed correctly during the configuration process.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  ILM: Information Lifecycle Management
  SM21: System Log
  SLG1: Application Log
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the ILM_STOR_MBC401 error.