How To Fix ILM_STOR_MON118 - KPI name '&1' not in allowed customer namespace

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STOR_MON - [OBSOLETE] ILM Store: Monitoring Framework Messages

• Message number: 118

• Message text: KPI name '&1' not in allowed customer namespace

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR_MON118 - KPI name '&1' not in allowed customer namespace ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR_MON118 indicates that a specific KPI (Key Performance Indicator) name, represented by &1, is not found in the allowed customer namespace. This typically occurs in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) when monitoring storage and retention policies.
  Cause:
  
  KPI Name Not in Allowed Namespace: The KPI you are trying to use is not defined in the customer namespace. SAP has specific namespaces for standard and custom objects, and if a KPI is not defined in the allowed customer namespace, it will trigger this error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the ILM settings or the KPI definitions.
  Missing Customization: If the KPI is supposed to be a custom one, it might not have been properly created or activated in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check KPI Definition: Verify that the KPI name you are using is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant ILM configuration settings and checking the list of available KPIs.
  Namespace Configuration: Ensure that the KPI is defined in the correct namespace. If it is a custom KPI, it should be created in the customer namespace.
  Create or Modify KPI: If the KPI does not exist, you may need to create it. If it exists but is in the wrong namespace, you may need to modify it to ensure it is in the allowed customer namespace.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to ILM and KPI configuration for specific instructions on how to define and manage KPIs.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  Related Information:
  
  ILM Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the ILM configuration settings in your SAP system, as this will help you understand how KPIs are managed.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on KPI management.
  User Forums and Communities: Engage with SAP user communities or forums where similar issues may have been discussed, as other users may have encountered and resolved the same error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.