How To Fix ILM_STOR_MON403 - Monitoring origin '&1' does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 403

• Message text: Monitoring origin '&1' does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR_MON403 - Monitoring origin '&1' does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR_MON403 indicates that there is an issue with the monitoring of the Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) storage. Specifically, the message states that the monitoring origin specified (represented by &1) does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Non-existent Monitoring Origin: The specified monitoring origin is not defined in the system. This could happen if the monitoring origin was deleted or never created.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the ILM settings or monitoring setup.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the monitoring origin.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system issues or inconsistencies in the ILM configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ILM_STOR_MON403 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Monitoring Origin:
  
  Verify that the monitoring origin specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant ILM configuration settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore Monitoring Origin:
  
  If the monitoring origin does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done through the ILM configuration transaction (e.g., ILM configuration in transaction SARA or ILM-specific transactions).
  If it was deleted accidentally, you may need to restore it from a backup or recreate it based on your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for ILM and ensure that all necessary components are properly set up. This includes verifying the storage settings and monitoring configurations.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the monitoring origin. You may need to consult with your security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that may resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any troubleshooting steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ILM Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the official SAP documentation on Information Lifecycle Management to understand the configuration and monitoring processes better.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to ILM include:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  ILM Configuration: Access ILM-specific configuration settings.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the ILM_STOR_MON403 error in your SAP system.