"Copy Database View" tool

Sometimes, you need a new Database View in ServiceNow that’s just a tweak away from one you already have. Instead of building it from the ground up, the "Copy Database View" tool—a handy UI Action/UI Page combination—lets you duplicate an existing view effortlessly. Here’s how it works and why it’s a game-changer for your workflow.

How the Tool Works

1. Start the Process 

   • From an existing Database View, you’ll see a "Copy (ASI)" button. Clicking it kicks off the copying process.

2. Name Your New View 

   • A popup window titled "Copy Database View" appears. Enter the name for the new view.

3. Validation and Prefix Magic 

   • Once you enter the name, a behind-the-scenes script checks it and adds an appropriate prefix if needed (e.g., "u_" for user-defined views). This keeps your naming consistent and avoids conflicts.

4. Create the New view

   • Hit the "OK" button, and the tool duplicates the current View record, including all the good stuff:

     • View Table

     • View Fields

     • Field Label records

       
       

   • You now have a new view ready to tweak, with all the structure intact.

     
     

   • If you’ve made changes to the original view but haven’t saved them, a warning popup titled "Form has been Modified" pops up, to ensure you are copying the proper data. 

Why This Tool Rocks

• Time-Saver Extraordinaire

  Creating a view from scratch is tedious—defining tables, fields, and labels takes effort. This tool skips all that by cloning an existing view in a few clicks, letting you focus on the tweaks that matter.

  
  

• Error-Proof Your Work

  Manually recreating a view risks missing a field or misconfiguring a label. By copying everything automatically, the tool ensures accuracy and consistency.

  
  

• Smooth as Butter

  The process is intuitive: click "Copy (ASI)," name it, hit "OK"— done. The validation script handles naming rules, and the unsaved changes warning keeps you from messing up. It’s designed to fit your workflow without friction.

  
  

• Data Integrity First

• That warning about unsaved changes? It’s a lifesaver. It stops you from copying outdated data, and the renaming caution protects your Field Labels down the line.

  
  

• Flexibility on Demand

  Need a test version of a view? Or a slight variation for another team? Duplicate it, tweak it, and go—no fuss, no muss.

Bottom Line

The "Copy Database View" tool is your shortcut to creating new views without the hassle. It’s fast, reliable, and keeps your data safe — perfect for when you need a near-identical view with just a few changes. Next time you’re staring at a view thinking, “I wish I could just copy this,” now you can!

If you still have any questions, comments, or need any support with this tool or others, please reach out to us, by visiting https://www.altorra.com/support

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