How To Fix SILM_VIEW_DEFINITION000 - View definition &1 is being edited by user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SILM_VIEW_DEFINITION - ILM RW: View Definition

• Message number: 000

• Message text: View definition &1 is being edited by user &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SILM_VIEW_DEFINITION000 - View definition &1 is being edited by user &2 ?

  The SAP error message SILM_VIEW_DEFINITION000 indicates that a view definition is currently being edited by another user. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Landscape Management (LaMa) or when working with the SAP Solution Manager, where multiple users may attempt to edit the same view definition simultaneously.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a lock on the view definition that prevents other users from making changes until the lock is released. This can happen if:
  
  A user is actively editing the view.
  A previous session did not close properly, leaving the view locked.
  There is a system issue that has not released the lock.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Active Users: Identify the user who is currently editing the view. You can do this by checking the transaction codes like SM12 (for lock entries) or SM66 (for global work processes) to see who has the lock on the view.
  
  
  Wait for Release: If the user is actively working on the view, you may need to wait until they finish their work and release the lock.
  
  
  Contact the User: If you know the user who is editing the view, you can reach out to them to see if they can save their changes and exit, thus releasing the lock.
  
  
  Force Release the Lock: If the user is no longer available or the session is stuck, you may need to forcefully release the lock. This can be done by:
  
  Going to transaction SM12.
  Finding the lock entry related to the view definition.
  Deleting the lock entry (ensure you have the necessary authorizations and that this action is appropriate).
  
  
  
  Check for System Issues: If the problem persists, check for any system issues or errors that might be causing locks not to be released properly. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis team.
  
  
  Review Documentation: If you frequently encounter this issue, consider reviewing SAP documentation or notes related to view definitions and locking mechanisms to understand best practices for managing concurrent edits.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM12: To view and manage lock entries.
  SM66: To monitor global work processes and see active users.
  SE11: To view and edit data dictionary objects, including view definitions.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to view locking or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly edit view definitions and the importance of releasing locks when they are done.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SILM_VIEW_DEFINITION000 error and manage view definitions more effectively in your SAP environment.