How To Fix S_LRM_UI087 - Specified ILM store is not physically available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_LRM_UI - Information Retention Manager - Messages on WD UI

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Specified ILM store is not physically available

What causes this issue?

The specified ILM repository does not exist physically.

System Response

You can still save the rules and archive data in accordance with them.
However, you can only save the archived data if there is actually a
repository system that has the same name and is accessible.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_LRM_UI087 - Specified ILM store is not physically available ?

  The SAP error message S_LRM_UI087 indicates that the specified Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) store is not physically available. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  
  ILM Store Configuration Issues: The ILM store may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to incorrect settings in the ILM configuration or missing components.
  
  
  Database Connectivity Problems: If the ILM store is based on a database, there may be connectivity issues preventing access to the store.
  
  
  Store Deletion or Unavailability: The ILM store might have been deleted or is currently unavailable due to maintenance or other operational issues.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the ILM store.
  
  
  System or Network Issues: General system or network issues could also lead to the unavailability of the ILM store.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check ILM Store Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the ILM store in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set.
  Use transaction code SARA to check the ILM store settings.
  
  
  
  Database Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the database hosting the ILM store is up and running.
  Check for any network issues that might be affecting connectivity to the database.
  
  
  
  Verify Store Availability:
  
  Confirm that the ILM store has not been deleted or is not undergoing maintenance.
  If the store is unavailable, consult with your system administrator or the team responsible for ILM management.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the ILM store.
  Review the user roles and permissions related to ILM.
  
  
  
  System Logs and Traces:
  
  Check system logs (transaction SM21) and application logs (transaction SLG1) for any related error messages that could provide more context on the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ILM Overview: Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) is a framework in SAP that helps manage data retention and archiving in compliance with legal and business requirements.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) and SARI (Archive Information System) for managing ILM stores.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on ILM for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.