How To Fix ILM_STOR_MON217 - Missing area type for area '&1' in KPI '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Missing area type for area '&1' in KPI '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR_MON217 - Missing area type for area '&1' in KPI '&2' ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR_MON217 indicates that there is a missing area type for a specific area in the Key Performance Indicator (KPI) you are trying to access or analyze. This error typically arises in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) when the system is unable to find the necessary configuration or mapping for the specified area.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The area type for the specified area may not be defined in the system. This could be due to incorrect or incomplete configuration settings in the ILM setup.
  Missing Customization: If the area has been customized or newly created, it may not have been properly linked to the KPI.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data or metadata related to the KPI or area type.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have been fully transported, leading to missing definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Go to the ILM configuration settings and verify that the area type for the specified area is correctly defined. You can do this by navigating to the ILM customizing settings in the SAP system.
  Define Missing Area Type: If the area type is indeed missing, you will need to create or define it in the system. This can typically be done through the ILM customizing transaction (e.g., using transaction code SARA or ILM-specific transactions).
  Review KPI Settings: Check the KPI settings to ensure that the area is correctly linked to the KPI. Make sure that all necessary mappings are in place.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to ILM and KPI configuration for any specific instructions or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  ILM Documentation: Review the official SAP ILM documentation for best practices on configuring area types and KPIs.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.