How To Fix ILM_STOR_MON_CSV106 - Monitor state check failed; State unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STOR_MON_CSV - [OBSOLETE] ILM Store: CSV Output Messages

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Monitor state check failed; State unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR_MON_CSV106 - Monitor state check failed; State unknown ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR_MON_CSV106: Monitor state check failed; State unknown typically relates to issues with the Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) storage monitoring in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the current state of the ILM storage monitoring process, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the ILM storage settings or monitoring parameters.
  System Performance: High system load or performance issues can lead to timeouts or failures in retrieving the state.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database, such as connectivity issues or corruption, can prevent the system from accessing necessary data.
  Missing Authorizations: The user executing the monitoring may lack the necessary authorizations to access ILM data.
  Software Bugs: There may be bugs in the version of SAP you are using that affect the ILM monitoring functionality.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the ILM configuration settings in the SAP system. Ensure that all parameters are correctly set up.
  System Performance: Monitor system performance and check for any bottlenecks. If the system is under heavy load, consider optimizing performance or scheduling monitoring tasks during off-peak hours.
  Database Health: Check the health of the database. Ensure that there are no connectivity issues and that the database is functioning correctly.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access ILM monitoring data. Adjust roles and permissions as needed.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that address known issues with ILM monitoring.
  Restart Monitoring: Sometimes, simply restarting the ILM monitoring process can resolve transient issues.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs and traces for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for ILM for detailed configuration and 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.
  Support Tickets: If the issue persists, consider opening a support ticket with SAP for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the ILM_STOR_MON_CSV106 error in your SAP system.