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How to Fix the SharePoint View Does Not Exist Error in a Calendar List

Natalie Taylor Oct 12, 2026 869 views

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Users need to resolve an issue where modifying filters on a SharePoint list triggers an error stating the selected view does not exist.

How to Fix the SharePoint View Does Not Exist Error in a Calendar List

Product: Microsoft SharePoint
Device & OS: not provided
Scenario: Changing filters in a SharePoint calendar list or a standard list utilizing a calendar view layout.
Observed behavior: An error message appears stating that the selected page refers to a view that does not exist, despite the page itself remaining accessible.

Before you start

Ensure you have the necessary site permissions to access List Settings and create new views in your SharePoint environment.

Solution 1Recommended

Create a New Standard View to Isolate the Issue

Creating a new standard view helps determine whether the entire list is corrupted or if the error is isolated only to the calendar view.

SharePoint lists can function normally even if a specific view becomes corrupted. By testing a standard view, you can isolate the root cause before escalating the issue.

Navigate to List Settings

Open your SharePoint list, click on the Settings gear icon in the top right corner, and select 'List Settings'.

Create a New View

Scroll down to the 'Views' section at the bottom of the settings page and click the 'Create view' link.

Configure and Save the Standard View

Select 'Standard View', provide a recognizable name for the view, adjust your desired column settings, and click 'OK' to save.

Test Filters

Apply the same filters that caused the error previously to this new standard view. If it works, the issue is strictly with the calendar view.

Create a New Standard View to Isolate the Issue

List Identification: Before proceeding, it is helpful to verify whether you are using a native Calendar app from Site Contents or just a normal list with a calendar view applied.

Solution 2

Capture HAR Logs and Contact Microsoft Support

If the calendar view remains broken while standard views work normally, backend corruption has likely occurred, requiring Microsoft 365 support.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my SharePoint calendar view say it doesn't exist?

This error typically occurs after applying or changing filters. The specific calendar view configuration may become corrupted or lose its backend reference to the underlying list data, even though the main list page remains accessible.

How do I know if I have a calendar list or a normal list with a calendar view?

A calendar list is created explicitly as a Calendar app directly from the Site Contents page. In contrast, a normal list with a calendar view is a standard custom list where a calendar layout has been manually applied via the List Settings menu.

What are HAR logs and why does Microsoft Support need them?

HAR (HTTP Archive) logs record all network requests made by your browser. They help Microsoft Support engineers identify exactly where the server communication fails when the 'view does not exist' error is triggered.

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