How To Fix SILM_VIEW_DEFINITION012 - View Def. &1: key field: sequence no. must consecutive: 001, 002, ...

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SILM_VIEW_DEFINITION - ILM RW: View Definition

• Message number: 012

• Message text: View Def. &1: key field: sequence no. must consecutive: 001, 002, ...

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SILM_VIEW_DEFINITION012 - View Def. &1: key field: sequence no. must consecutive: 001, 002, ... ?

  The SAP error message SILM_VIEW_DEFINITION012 indicates that there is an issue with the definition of a view in the SAP system, specifically related to the sequence numbers of key fields. The error message states that the sequence numbers for the key fields must be consecutive, meaning they should follow a specific order without any gaps.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when the key fields defined in a view do not have consecutive sequence numbers. For example, if you have key fields defined with sequence numbers 001, 002, and then 004, this would trigger the error because there is a gap (missing 003).
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the sequence numbers of the key fields in the view definition are consecutive. Here are the steps to fix the issue:
  
  
  Access the View Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code where the view is defined (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary or SE14 for database view).
  
  
  
  Check Key Fields:
  
  Look at the key fields defined for the view. Check their sequence numbers to identify any gaps.
  
  
  
  Adjust Sequence Numbers:
  
  Modify the sequence numbers of the key fields to ensure they are consecutive. For example, if you have key fields with sequence numbers 001, 002, and 004, change 004 to 003.
  
  
  
  Save and Activate:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes and activate the view.
  
  
  
  Test the View:
  
  Once activated, test the view to ensure that it works correctly without triggering the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE14: Database Utility
  SE80: Object Navigator
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on view definitions and key field requirements.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SILM_VIEW_DEFINITION012 error and ensure that your view definitions are correctly set up in SAP.