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Strange '-' (dash or minus) error message displayed when trying to Optimize Database due to invalid summation structure.

Troubleshooting


Problem

User tries to optimise the database, or import structures. During the process, a Microsoft Window titled "Information" appears which does contain any text (but just a dash or minus character). The optimization or import will fail.

Symptom

Information

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[OK]


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Historical Number

1020068

Document Information

Modified date:
08 May 2025

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