How To Fix IRW_LT050 - ILM switch is off

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IRW_LT - ILM LT

• Message number: 050

• Message text: ILM switch is off

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IRW_LT050 - ILM switch is off ?

  The SAP error message IRW_LT050 indicates that the Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) switch is turned off. This error typically arises when you are trying to perform operations related to ILM, such as archiving or data deletion, but the ILM functionality is not enabled in your SAP system.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the ILM switch is not activated in the system settings. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  The ILM functionality has not been configured or activated in the system.
  The necessary authorizations to access ILM features are not granted to the user.
  The system is not set up to handle ILM processes due to missing configuration or settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IRW_LT050 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check ILM Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SICF and check if the ILM services are activated.
  Ensure that the ILM switch is enabled in the system. You can check this in the ILM configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Activate ILM Switch:
  
  Use transaction code SARA to access the Archive Administration.
  Navigate to the ILM settings and ensure that the ILM switch is turned on.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform ILM-related tasks. Check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for ILM to ensure that all necessary steps for configuration have been followed.
  
  
  
  System Settings:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, consult with your SAP Basis or ILM administrator to verify that the system is set up correctly for ILM operations.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  Sometimes, restarting the relevant services or the entire SAP system can help in resolving configuration-related issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ILM Overview: Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) is a framework that helps manage the lifecycle of data in SAP systems, including archiving, retention, and deletion.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SICF: Maintain Services
  SICF: Check and activate ILM services
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to ILM and the IRW_LT050 error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.