Article Number | 000033627 |
Applies To | RSA Product Set: Archer RSA Product/Service Type: Archer RSA Version/Condition: 5.x |
Issue | When adding or updating a calculated field or formula, an error/warning occurs:
The formula will result in a circular field reference that cannot be resolved. Use the formula builder to get details on the complete path of the circle.
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Cause | Circular references are caused by formulas that form either a direct or indirect loop.
- A direct loop is formed when a series of field references form a closed circuit.
- An indirect loop can sometimes result when a series of field references includes a reference to a field that is set to Always recalculate.
The RSA Archer GRC does not allow formulas that might result in circular references. Whenever a possible circular reference condition exists, a validation message is displayed. For more examples and details, check out the Circular References section in the Archer Help located at: Application Builder > Manage Applications > Managing Calculations > Circular References. |
Resolution | Change a calculated field's Recalculation option from Always to As Needed for one of the referenced calculated fields.
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