How To Fix SILM_VIEW_DEFINITION013 - View Def. &1: key fields: table &2 not yet specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SILM_VIEW_DEFINITION - ILM RW: View Definition

• Message number: 013

• Message text: View Def. &1: key fields: table &2 not yet specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SILM_VIEW_DEFINITION013 - View Def. &1: key fields: table &2 not yet specified ?

  The SAP error message SILM_VIEW_DEFINITION013 indicates that there is an issue with the definition of a view in the SAP system. Specifically, the error message states that the key fields for a specified table have not yet been defined in the view definition. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Landscape Management (SLM) or when working with the SAP Data Model.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following reasons:
  
  Incomplete View Definition: The view definition is missing key fields for one or more tables that are part of the view.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the view setup, where the necessary key fields have not been specified.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model or the underlying tables, the view may not have been updated accordingly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check View Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator).
  Locate the view that is causing the error.
  Verify that all required key fields for the specified table are included in the view definition.
  
  
  
  Add Key Fields:
  
  If key fields are missing, add the necessary key fields to the view definition.
  Ensure that the key fields correspond to the primary key of the underlying table.
  
  
  
  Activate the View:
  
  After making changes to the view definition, activate the view to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  If the view is dependent on other objects (like other views or tables), ensure that those objects are also correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific view or table to ensure compliance with any specific requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the view to ensure that it functions correctly without errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), SE24 (Class Builder).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance, as they may have more insights into the specific configuration of your SAP environment.