How To Fix LRM_BUSINESS_RULE029 - &1 ILM object has no default time reference maintained.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LRM_BUSINESS_RULE - Message Class for Business Rule Exceptions

• Message number: 029

• Message text: &1 ILM object has no default time reference maintained.

What causes this issue?

Default Time Reference : A time reference and offset shall be available
to be marked per ILM object to be used for rule generation. Time
references and their offsets, define end of business for the application
data and by this represents the start of residence/retention date for
ILM retention management.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

For the ILM object in the error message, assign a default time
reference and time offset under the customizing for Data
Controller Rule Framework under : SAP Netweaver > Application Server >
Basis Services >Information Lifecycle Management > Retention Management
> Data Controller Rule Framework >

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LRM_BUSINESS_RULE029 - &1 ILM object has no default time reference maintained. ?

  The SAP error message LRM_BUSINESS_RULE029 indicates that a specific ILM (Information Lifecycle Management) object does not have a default time reference maintained. This error typically arises in the context of data archiving or retention management processes within SAP systems.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system attempts to process an ILM object (such as an archiving object) that requires a default time reference for its operations, but none has been defined. The time reference is crucial for determining how long data should be retained or when it can be archived or deleted.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain a default time reference for the ILM object in question. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Identify the ILM Object: Determine which ILM object is causing the error. The error message usually includes the name of the ILM object.
  
  
  Access ILM Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the ILM configuration area. This can typically be found under:
  
  Transaction Code: SARA (for archiving)
  Menu Path: Logistics > Central Functions > Information Lifecycle Management > Administration > ILM Objects
  
  
  
  
  
  Maintain Default Time Reference:
  
  Find the specific ILM object that is causing the error.
  Check the settings for the object and look for a section related to time references or retention periods.
  Define a default time reference if it is not already set. This may involve specifying how long data should be retained before it can be archived or deleted.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  Test the Process: Retry the operation that previously resulted in the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for ILM and archiving processes for more detailed guidance on configuring ILM objects.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (for archiving), SARI (for ILM), and SAC1 (for ILM configuration).
  Support: If the issue persists after maintaining the default time reference, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with your SAP Basis or ILM team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your ILM objects are properly configured for data management processes.