Yes. I was hoping you did use private DS. Otherwise, if all forms use the default DS, opening and closing views and tables can crater other open forms.

>"Are you using private Data Session?" Yes, I am. Does this make a difference?
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>- ray
>>>If views are referenced in the DE when is it appropriate to close them? Or, is it necessary?
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>>>thanks
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>>If the views are in the DE, they will be closed for you when you release the form. Are you using private DS?