How To Fix /SCMTMS/DPP024 - No valid ILM rules found for ILM object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/DPP -

• Message number: 024

• Message text: No valid ILM rules found for ILM object &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/DPP024 - No valid ILM rules found for ILM object &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/DPP024 No valid ILM rules found for ILM object &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is unable to find any valid Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) rules for a specific ILM object. This can hinder processes that rely on ILM for data archiving or retention.
  Cause:
  
  Missing ILM Rules: The most common cause is that there are no ILM rules defined for the specified ILM object in the system.
  Inactive ILM Rules: The ILM rules may exist but are not active or applicable for the current context.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the ILM settings that prevent the system from recognizing the rules.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the ILM rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check ILM Rules:
  
  Go to the ILM configuration in your SAP system (transaction code SARA or ILM configuration).
  Verify if there are any ILM rules defined for the specific ILM object mentioned in the error message.
  If no rules exist, you will need to create them according to your data retention and archiving policies.
  
  
  
  Activate ILM Rules:
  
  If the rules exist but are inactive, activate them. Ensure that they are correctly configured to apply to the relevant ILM object.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for ILM in your system. Ensure that the ILM framework is properly set up and that the necessary objects are linked to the ILM rules.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to view and manage ILM rules. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on setting up ILM rules for your version of SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ILM Overview: Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) is a framework in SAP that helps manage the lifecycle of data, including retention, archiving, and deletion.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) and ILM configuration transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCMTMS/DPP024.