How To Fix LRM_RULE_EXEC052 - ILM object is not uniquely defined for BOR object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LRM_RULE_EXEC - Runtime

• Message number: 052

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LRM_RULE_EXEC052 - ILM object is not uniquely defined for BOR object &1 ?

  The SAP error message LRM_RULE_EXEC052 indicates that there is an issue with the Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) object not being uniquely defined for the Business Object Repository (BOR) object specified in the error message. This typically occurs when the system is unable to determine which ILM object to use for a given BOR object due to ambiguity or misconfiguration.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple ILM Objects: There may be multiple ILM objects defined for the same BOR object, leading to confusion about which one to use.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for ILM may not be set up correctly, causing the system to fail in identifying a unique ILM object.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data or metadata related to the ILM objects and BOR objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check ILM Configuration:
  
  Go to the ILM configuration settings in your SAP system.
  Verify that there is a unique ILM object defined for the BOR object in question.
  If multiple ILM objects exist, determine which one should be used and remove or deactivate the others if they are not needed.
  
  
  
  Review BOR Object Definitions:
  
  Check the definitions of the BOR objects to ensure that they are correctly linked to the appropriate ILM objects.
  Make sure that the BOR object is correctly configured to point to a single ILM object.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the ILM objects and BOR objects to identify any discrepancies.
  Use transaction codes like ILM_CHECK or similar tools to analyze the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to ILM and BOR objects for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ILM (Information Lifecycle Management): A framework in SAP that helps manage data throughout its lifecycle, ensuring compliance with legal and business requirements.
  BOR (Business Object Repository): A repository in SAP that contains business object definitions, which are used in various applications and processes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ILM, SWE2, and SWO1 for managing workflows and business objects.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message LRM_RULE_EXEC052 and ensure that your ILM and BOR configurations are correctly set up.