How To Fix LRM_RULE_EXEC051 - ILM object is not uniquely defined for archiving object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LRM_RULE_EXEC - Runtime

• Message number: 051

• Message text: ILM object is not uniquely defined for archiving object &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LRM_RULE_EXEC051 - ILM object is not uniquely defined for archiving object &1 ?

  The SAP error message LRM_RULE_EXEC051 indicates that there is an issue with the Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) object not being uniquely defined for a specific archiving object. This typically occurs when the system cannot determine which ILM object to use for the archiving process because there are multiple ILM objects associated with the same archiving object.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple ILM Objects: The primary cause of this error is that there are multiple ILM objects defined for the same archiving object, leading to ambiguity in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the ILM settings or archiving object settings.
  Data Consistency: Inconsistent or incomplete data in the ILM configuration can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check ILM Configuration:
  
  Go to the ILM configuration in your SAP system (transaction code: SARA or ILM configuration).
  Verify the ILM objects associated with the archiving object in question.
  Ensure that there is only one ILM object defined for the archiving object. If there are multiple, you will need to determine which one is correct and remove or deactivate the others.
  
  
  
  Adjust Archiving Object Settings:
  
  Review the settings for the archiving object to ensure that it is correctly configured to point to the appropriate ILM object.
  If necessary, update the archiving object to link it to the correct ILM object.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the ILM configuration to ensure that all settings are correct and there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to ILM and archiving objects for any specific guidance or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the archiving process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: For archiving administration.
  ILM Configuration: For managing ILM settings.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.