How To Fix ILM_STOR_MON_CSV141 - Area type '&1' of KPI '&2' does not exist in DDIC

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 141

• Message text: Area type '&1' of KPI '&2' does not exist in DDIC

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR_MON_CSV141 - Area type '&1' of KPI '&2' does not exist in DDIC ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR_MON_CSV141 indicates that there is an issue related to the area type of a Key Performance Indicator (KPI) in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM). Specifically, the error states that the area type specified (&1) for the KPI (&2) does not exist in the Data Dictionary (DDIC).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Area Type: The area type referenced in the KPI configuration may not be defined in the Data Dictionary. This could happen if the area type was deleted or not properly created.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the KPI settings, where an incorrect or outdated area type is being referenced.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another, the area type may not have been included in the transport request, leading to its absence in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Area Type Definition:
  
  Go to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11) and check if the area type exists. If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the reference in the KPI configuration.
  
  
  
  Review KPI Configuration:
  
  Use transaction ILM_STOR_MON to review the KPI settings. Ensure that the area type specified is correct and corresponds to an existing entry in the Data Dictionary.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects, including the area type, were included in the transport request. If not, you may need to transport the missing objects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to ILM and KPI configuration for any specific guidelines or updates that may address this issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the problem persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ILM (Information Lifecycle Management): A framework in SAP for managing data throughout its lifecycle, including archiving and deletion processes.
  KPI (Key Performance Indicator): A measurable value that demonstrates how effectively a company is achieving key business objectives.
  Data Dictionary (DDIC): A central repository in SAP that contains metadata about the data structures used in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message ILM_STOR_MON_CSV141.