Ynias Ever wanted to delete unmanaged layers, because you ofcourse had a good reason to add them, but want a quick way? It’s a common headache — especially when you don’t want to click through every component manually to check if the unmanaged layers are truly gone.
Good news: there’s a better way!
A Better Way to Double-Check: Solution Layers Explorer in XrmToolBox
Instead of opening each table, form, or view one by one, use the Solution Layers Explorer tool in XrmToolBox. This tool gives you a complete overview of all active layers across every component within that solution.
No more guesswork or time-consuming manual checks.
Big shout-out and thank you to MscrmTools for creating this tool! Check them out on:
Why This Tool Saves You Hours
Here’s what makes Solution Layers Explorer so powerful:
Bulk visibility: Instantly see all components with custom layers, not just one at a time.
Easy cleanup: Delete unwanted layers in bulk.
Fast validation: After the cleanup, this tool shows if anything is still lingering.
Common Pitfalls to Avoid
Assuming it’s clean: Just because you deployed a solution doesn’t mean all layers are gone.
Skipping verification: Always check with the tool — it’s quicker than being surprised later by unwanted behavior.
