How To Fix SILM_VIEW_DEFINITION029 - &1 is not a valid view definitition ID: namespace violation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SILM_VIEW_DEFINITION - ILM RW: View Definition

• Message number: 029

• Message text: &1 is not a valid view definitition ID: namespace violation

What causes this issue?

A view definition ID is subject to the following namespace definition:
SAP can deliver IDs in the namespace 0* to 9*. As a rule, SAP delivers
IDs in the namespace 0*.
Customers can use the namespace A* to Z* for their IDs.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SILM_VIEW_DEFINITION029 - &1 is not a valid view definitition ID: namespace violation ?

  The SAP error message SILM_VIEW_DEFINITION029 indicates that there is a problem with a view definition ID in the context of the SAP Landscape Management (SLM) or similar systems. The specific error message states that the view definition ID is not valid due to a namespace violation. This typically means that the view definition ID being referenced does not conform to the expected naming conventions or is not recognized in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid View Definition ID: The ID you are trying to use may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Namespace Violation: The view definition ID may not be in the correct namespace. SAP has specific naming conventions for different types of objects, and if the ID does not conform to these conventions, it will trigger this error.
  Transport Issues: If the view definition was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused the ID to become invalid.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the system that are causing the view definition to be unrecognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the View Definition ID: Verify that the view definition ID you are using is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant configuration or development objects in the SAP system.
  Namespace Compliance: Ensure that the view definition ID adheres to the naming conventions and is in the correct namespace. If you are using a custom namespace, make sure it is properly defined and registered in the system.
  Recreate the View Definition: If the view definition ID is indeed invalid or missing, you may need to recreate it. This can involve defining the view again in the relevant transaction or configuration area.
  Check Transport Logs: If the view definition was transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate what went wrong during the transport process.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of the software you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific notes related to the error message SILM_VIEW_DEFINITION029. SAP frequently updates their knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help you navigate to the view definitions or configuration settings (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary, SE80 for Object Navigator).
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.