How To Fix WP330 - ILM is not activated; use report RWDPOSRS_OLD instead of RWDPOSRS.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WP - Messages from POS interface

• Message number: 330

• Message text: ILM is not activated; use report RWDPOSRS_OLD instead of RWDPOSRS.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WP330 - ILM is not activated; use report RWDPOSRS_OLD instead of RWDPOSRS. ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WP330 ILM is not activated; use report RWDPOSRS_OLD instead of RWDPOSRS.
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs because the Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) functionality is not activated in the SAP system, but the system or user is trying to execute the report RWDPOSRS, which is designed to work with ILM-enabled systems.
  
  RWDPOSRS is the report used for data archiving and retention management when ILM is active.
  If ILM is not activated, this report cannot run properly.
  Instead, the older report RWDPOSRS_OLD should be used, which is compatible with systems where ILM is not active.
  
  
  Explanation:
  
  ILM (Information Lifecycle Management) is a framework in SAP that helps manage data retention, archiving, and destruction according to legal and business requirements.
  When ILM is activated, certain reports and processes change to comply with ILM rules.
  If ILM is not activated, the system expects the older, non-ILM reports to be used.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check ILM Activation Status:
  
  Use transaction SARA (Archive Administration) or check system settings to verify if ILM is activated.
  You can also check the ILM activation via transaction ILM_SETUP or relevant IMG settings.
  
  
  
  If ILM is NOT activated:
  
  Use the report RWDPOSRS_OLD instead of RWDPOSRS.
  This report is designed for systems without ILM and will process the data correctly.
  
  
  
  If ILM should be activated:
  
  Activate ILM in the system if your business requirements and system setup require it.
  This involves configuration steps in the IMG under Information Lifecycle Management.
  After activation, you can use RWDPOSRS.
  
  
  
  Adjust your job scheduling or custom programs:
  
  Ensure that any scheduled jobs or custom programs calling RWDPOSRS are adjusted to call RWDPOSRS_OLD if ILM is not active.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SARA: Archive Administration, where you manage archiving objects and ILM settings.
  ILM Activation: Usually done via IMG path:
  
  SAP NetWeaver -> Information Lifecycle Management -> Basic Settings -> Activate ILM
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to ILM and archiving for your SAP version for any updates or patches.
  SAP Help Portal: Provides detailed documentation on ILM and archiving processes.
  Report RWDPOSRS: Used for ILM-enabled archiving.
  Report RWDPOSRS_OLD: Used for non-ILM archiving.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error Cause
  ILM not activated but RWDPOSRS report called
  
  
  Solution
  Use RWDPOSRS_OLD report if ILM not active; activate ILM if needed
  
  
  Related Info
  Check ILM activation in SARA; adjust jobs accordingly
  
  
  
  
  If you need help activating ILM or switching reports, please provide your SAP system version and archiving object details for more tailored guidance.