How To Fix HRECM00ADMVIEWS040 - Dimension segments cannot overlap

HRECM00ADMVIEWS040 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRECM00ADMVIEWS - Messages for Compensation Administration View Maintenance

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Dimension segments cannot overlap

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HRECM00ADMVIEWS040 - Details

• The SAP error message HRECM00ADMVIEWS040 with the description "Dimension segments cannot overlap" typically occurs in the context of SAP SuccessFactors or SAP HCM when there is an issue with the configuration of dimension segments in a report or data model. This error indicates that there are overlapping segments defined in the dimension, which is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Overlapping Segments: The primary cause of this error is that two or more dimension segments have been defined in such a way that they overlap. For example, if you have defined segments for different categories or groups, and their ranges or definitions intersect, this will trigger the error.
  Incorrect Configuration: It may also arise from incorrect configuration settings in the data model or report settings where the segments are defined.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model or dimensions, it could lead to conflicts that result in overlapping segments.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Dimension Segments: