How To Fix S_ILM_LHM_MES005 - Saving the legal case failed

S_ILM_LHM_MES005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_ILM_LHM_MES - Legal Hold Management

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Saving the legal case failed

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S_ILM_LHM_MES005 - Details

• The SAP error message S_ILM_LHM_MES005, which indicates that "Saving the legal case failed," typically arises in the context of the Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) module when there are issues related to the legal case management functionality. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Data Validation Issues: The data being entered may not meet the required validation criteria. This could include missing mandatory fields or incorrect data formats.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify legal cases.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the ILM settings or legal case management settings that prevent saving.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or system performance issues.
  Locking Issues: The legal case might be locked by another user or process, preventing changes from being saved.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Input: Review the data being entered for the legal case. Ensure that