How To Fix ILM_STOR_MON305 - BG job &1 is not running for active retention cleansing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 305

• Message text: BG job &1 is not running for active retention cleansing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR_MON305 - BG job &1 is not running for active retention cleansing ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR_MON305 indicates that a background job related to Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) retention cleansing is not running, which can prevent the system from properly managing data retention according to the defined policies. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Job Not Scheduled: The background job for retention cleansing may not have been scheduled or activated.
  Job Failure: The job may have been scheduled but failed to start due to various reasons such as system issues, resource constraints, or configuration errors.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the ILM settings or the retention policies that prevent the job from executing.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may lack the necessary authorizations to execute the job.
  System Load: High system load or resource limitations may prevent the job from being executed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Job Scheduling:
  
  Go to transaction code SM37 to check the status of the job. Look for the job name specified in the error message.
  If the job is not scheduled, you may need to create or schedule it using transaction ILM_JOB or through the relevant ILM configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review Job Logs:
  
  If the job is scheduled but not running, check the job logs for any error messages or warnings that could indicate why it is not executing.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the ILM configuration settings in transaction SARA or ILM Configuration to ensure that the retention policies are correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the job has the necessary authorizations to run ILM jobs. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  System Performance:
  
  Monitor system performance and resource usage. If the system is under heavy load, consider scheduling the job during off-peak hours.
  
  
  
  Restart the Job:
  
  If the job has failed, you may need to restart it manually after addressing any underlying issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ILM Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation on Information Lifecycle Management for detailed guidance on configuring and managing retention policies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to ILM and background job processing.
  Support: If the issue persists after troubleshooting, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ILM_STOR_MON305 error and implement a solution to ensure that the retention cleansing job runs as expected.