How To Fix ILM_STOR_STAT201 - Value &1 already exists in &3 for &2 but it is unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STOR_STAT - ILM Store: Messages of the ILM Store Statistics

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Value &1 already exists in &3 for &2 but it is unique

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR_STAT201 - Value &1 already exists in &3 for &2 but it is unique ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR_STAT201 indicates that there is an attempt to insert a value into a unique index or key in the database that already exists. This typically occurs in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) when dealing with data archiving or retention management.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to store a record in a database table where a unique constraint is violated. This means that the value you are trying to insert (denoted as &1) already exists in the specified table (&3) for the given key (&2).
  This can happen during data archiving, where the system attempts to archive data that has already been archived or where there is a duplicate entry being processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: 
  
  Investigate the data you are trying to archive or store. Ensure that the value you are attempting to insert does not already exist in the target table. You can do this by querying the database table directly.
  
  
  
  Review the Archiving Process:
  
  If this error occurs during an archiving process, check the logs and ensure that the archiving job is not trying to archive the same data multiple times. 
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  If duplicates are found, you may need to clean up the data. This could involve deleting or modifying the existing records to ensure that the unique constraint is not violated.
  
  
  
  Adjust Unique Constraints:
  
  If the business logic allows for it, you may consider adjusting the unique constraints in the database. However, this should be done with caution and a thorough understanding of the implications.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to ILM and the specific tables involved. There may be specific guidelines or known issues that can provide further insight.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may have additional tools or insights to help resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ILM (Information Lifecycle Management): This is a framework in SAP that helps manage data throughout its lifecycle, including archiving and retention.
  Unique Constraints: These are rules applied to database tables to ensure that all values in a column (or a set of columns) are unique across the table.
  Database Logs: Check the database logs for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context for the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.