Code Fix: Unable package a solution due to views encountering errors during deployment
KB002227
PRODUCTK2 blackpearl 4.7
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Issue Description
When attempting to package a solution via K2 Package and Deployment, the deployment fails with an error on a view.
Error Message
The view in the package will be flagged with an error that states: “[View Name] Object reference not set to an instance of an object. System.NullReferenceException: Object reference not set to an instance of an object.”
Cause
The name element for the view was missing.
Resolution
- Ensure you have K2 4.7 installed.
- Download and Install the K2 4.7 November 2017 Cumulative Update from K2 Partner and Customer Portal.
- Get the K2 4.7 November 2017 Cumulative Update FP13 from Regional Support.
- Install the K2 4.7 November 2017 Cumulative Update FP13 to apply the fix.