How To Fix S_ILM_VIEW_UI013 - Specified table is not entered as a possible view table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_ILM_VIEW_UI - Messages for View Configuration in Retention Warehouse

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Specified table is not entered as a possible view table

What causes this issue?

For JOIN conditions, you can use only those tables that are entered
under 'Tables'.

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?

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 S_ILM_VIEW_UI013 - Specified table is not entered as a possible view table ?

  The SAP error message S_ILM_VIEW_UI013 indicates that a specified table is not recognized as a valid view table in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM). This typically occurs when you are trying to create or manage views in ILM, and the system does not recognize the table you are working with as one that can be used in this context.
  Cause:
  
  Table Not Configured for ILM: The table you are trying to use may not be configured as a possible view table in the ILM settings.
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the specified table.
  Incorrect Table Name: There may be a typo or incorrect table name specified in the transaction or program you are using.
  Technical Settings: The technical settings of the table may not allow it to be used in ILM views.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Table Configuration:
  
  Verify that the table you are trying to use is configured as a possible view table in ILM. This can be done by checking the ILM configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Use transaction SICF to check if the table is included in the ILM view configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. You may need to check the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU53 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Correct Table Name:
  
  Double-check the table name you are using in your transaction or program. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and that it exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for ILM to understand the requirements for tables to be used in views. This may provide insights into any additional configuration that may be needed.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific guidance based on your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ILM Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the ILM configuration settings in your SAP system. This includes understanding how to define and manage ILM views.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ILM_VIEW for managing ILM views and SE11 for checking table definitions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.