How To Fix ILM_STOR_WD706 - Reference to &1 is initial or invalid

ILM_STOR_WD706 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STOR_WD - ILM Storage: WebDAV Message Class

• Message number: 706

• Message text: Reference to &1 is initial or invalid

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ILM_STOR_WD706 - Details

• The SAP error message ILM_STOR_WD706 indicates that there is an issue with a reference in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM). Specifically, the message states that the reference to a certain object (denoted by &1) is either initial (empty) or invalid. This typically occurs when the system is trying to access or process data that is not properly defined or does not exist.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The object reference may not be configured correctly in the ILM settings.
  Data Deletion or Archiving: The object that the reference points to may have been deleted or archived, leading to an invalid reference.
  User Input Error: There may be a mistake in the input data where the reference is being provided.
  System Bugs or Inconsistencies: There could be bugs in the system or inconsistencies in the database that lead to invalid references.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration settings related to ILM and ensure that all necessary