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1 year ago
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How to avoid circular reference, simple case

Hi,    I have a very simple scenario, 2 tables in relation between them that both have a date field. I need to apply a date filter to both, but I can't connect them via a relationship, otherwise I...
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    v-hashadapu
    1 year ago

    Hi Anonymous , Thank you for reaching out to the Microsoft Community Forum.

     

    Create a separate Date table in your model. Make sure both tables have a proper date column for SalesAssignments, convert the period text (like JAN 2025) into an actual date, such as the first day of the month. You can do this in Power Query using basic date transformation steps.

     

    Once both tables have valid date columns, go to the model view and create relationships from each of them to the Date table. Do not connect the two fact tables to each other. As long as both link to the Date table, the slicer will filter them correctly.

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1 year ago

Hi Anonymous , hope you are doing great. May we know if your issue is solved or if you are still experiencing difficulties. Please share the details as it will help the community, especially others with similar issues.