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MX Request: support this modeling sequence
* Edit the formula of a Line Item that is formatted as a Number * Enter a formula, the output of which will be Text * Submit the formula * Be presented with a modal that informs me that this formula, as entered, will not work in this Line Item * The modal gives me two options: Cancel so I can modify the formula to result…
MX Suggestion: add some formatting to the drill-in view.
This formatting would signal to the user what lines were actually used to derive the result. Here is a mockup: I highlighted in green the portion that was actually needed to get the result. The idea would be to make these first two lines bold or something.
Need Help: Circular Reference Error
Hi Anaplan Community, I have been thinking of ways to pull Prior Year value into Current Year. Previously, I used OFFSET() formular where I would offset -52 weeks. I have created a demo module below to showcase the original formula, the formula that give me circular reference error and the backup formula. Recently, to…
Using Saved Exports as Import Data Sources
I suggest implementing a feature where we can use Saved Export Definitions as Import Data Sources. Right now we can use a File or Connect to Anaplan Model - I would love to be able to select Saved Export Definitions in addition to current option of Lists, Modules and Saved Views. The natural place for this, in my opinion,…
Use setting grids as a model Import Dat Source
There are certain fields in the settings tables of a model that would be very useful to be able to easily import into a module for further calculation/model usability. The uses I have already encountered would be: * The 'user settings' table - this would allow filters and dynamic cell access more easily based on role, or…
Anaplan Time Days Mapping with Custom Days List
Hi, I have created a module to map Anaplan days with Custom Days List (snapshot attached). But while I am trying to use the Custom list in Sum formula it is not giving any value. Time settings at my end are at week Level (4-4-5). I have build this mapping because while aggregating days into months gives wrong summation due…
Reminder - UKI Modellers Forum - join now!
Just a note to remind you all that there is a UK Modellers Forum which is available to join here. I'm really excited to be a group leader there with my colleague @Paul and we are just off the back of a planning session for this year...and beyond! The aims of the Modellers Forum are to: * Share Product Roadmap and intro you…
Issue with formula editor :clicking on a list or list item does not work anymore (e.g. for finditem)
Hello All, Since the new formula editor release, I noticed that when I am editing a formula and go and click on a list or list item, the formula does not get populated with the list / list item. Now instead, I need to type the name of the list (e.g. when using FINDITEM or ITEM formula). This is bad! Is anyone else having…
Selecting Lists from General Lists in New Modelling Environment
Hi, I am little late to the party regarding the new modelling environment. However, I have started to use it and the experience seems to be very posititve. However, I have been unable to directly reference lists from general lists when requiring them in a formula. I am finding that when trying to reference a list directly…
Level 2-Sprint 2 Import Historic data Action
Hi, I'm working on sprint 2, my model has successfully run action 9.1. the issue is that it's ignoring most of the data. Can you tell me if this is ok or should I modify something on the action import source Also attached is my Import structure Best!
Level 2 - Sprint 1 - 1.7.3.2 Import into SYS08 SKU Details module
Hi , I am trying to import the details Level 2 - Sprint 1 : 1.7.3 Activity: Import from Data Hub to Supply Chain Model 1.7.3.2 Import into SYS08 SKU Details module Use the saved view from the Data Hub model to import into the Supply Chain model SYS08 SKU Details module. My mappings Import has been completed but with errors…
SUM & LOOKUP
Hi All, Just wanted to clear some doubts on usage of SUM & LOOKUP at the same time for same line item If I use SUM & LOOKUP both at the same time for the same line item, its giving me correct details as expected However, if, don't want to use SUM & LOOKUP at the same time, then what can be the options - * I tried with…
Formulas in lesson 6 not working
@noelle_murphy Hi, can I set up a 1:1 with you? Some of my formulas in lesson 6 aren’t working & it’s hard to move on from that. I also sent you an email. Thank you
Hierarchy Summary
Anplanners, I have a Module (XYZ) Dimensioned by GL (Row Headers), Cost Centers L3 as selectors and few Line items to determine the total amount. Aim is to get input at GL level for each Cost Center. I have a summary module (ABC) which is NOT dimensioned by any LISTS and simply has to take the high level total of the above…
Ways to identify duplicates for list import other than RANK or ISFIRSTOCCURRENCE?
Just wondering is there a way to find duplicates where the cell count is more than 50 million and I know in Polaris engine it is possible. Any other way to do it in the classic engine ?
Rollup and SUM with own value
Friends, need help & suggestion in achieving the below Above table clearly shows the Parent and Child combination but the catch is to consider own cost and child to show the rollup.. We have discovered a long method by introducing multiple line items (10 bare minimum; since the depth may be of 10 levels) but looking for…
Insert Version should ask for Switchover date
When I want to Bulk Copy an existing version, currently I need to do two steps: 1/ Insert New Version 2/ Do the Bulk Copy In the first step, the system will create a new version that takes the maximum storage, as you are not asked to specify the switchover date prior to creating the new version. Therefore, due to storage…
Select formula
How would you use a select formula to collect totals for For example I want to fill the base opex row with numbers from this module below (totals only) What formula would I use? Thanks
Level 2 Conclusion: Export Comparrison
Good Day, Quick question... At the end of the INV01 Export, it says: After completing the export file, the .csv file should look like this: How close should it be? Mine: Yours I just don't know how they get the List field name in the upper Left corner, and the dates on the second row..?? Thoughts? Thanks again!
error code: 6.9.2 Add Formulas to Product Family Details Module
error code received and i dont know why i entered CODE(ITEM('P1 Product Family')) received this message: 'P1 Product Family is not recognized as a hierarchy in the model The ITEM function should take a hierarchy as argument
6.9.2 Add Formulas to Product Family Details Module
I am getting an error message when I enter the formula for SYS05, anyone know where I might have made a mistake? Preview attachment IMG_20201103_212332857.jpg IMG_20201103_212332857.jpg833 KB
Actions tab -> Imports Tab -> Can we have the ability to export this data into an excel file?
Or can there be a way to combine the data on the Actions tabs with the Imports tabs to pull an entire listing of my Imports and Processes? I am constantly copying and pasting data from the Imports tab into an excel file so I can filter and find the necessary imports and where they come from. Especially after…
Level 1 Model Building Exam - Model Building Activity 6
Hello All, I've used the SUM function to map region and role into 'EMP02 Employee Expenses'. I've been going through my formula and the source modules for quite some time now yet the formulas still yield 0s. Hope someone can help.
Invalid Parent Error
I keep getting an invalid parent error and then manually having to select the parent after importing. I now have a list with 400 that have to be mapped to the parent manually. I'm not understanding why this is happening and how to fix it. For context I am duplicating a list from 1 model into another and have set up the new…
Filter by Property
Hi, I have a question about filter function. I have two tables. First one shows amount by Location-Product List. The Second shows amount by Product List. Location-Product List has Product List as Properties. I want to display these tables in one UX Dashboard. Then I want to filter the second table(Product) by First…
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How do I get the characters before a specific character?
Let's say I have column username where the drop down is a list. A username is "JonSmith-81". I'd like the next line item, lets call it alias, to just pull "JonSmith" from this string. The alias line item is formatted as text. What would be the formula to return just "JonSmith" in alias line item? I seem to get an error due…
RE 3.3.7.2 Add DCA to INV01 Inventory Ordering
Hi @einas.ibrahim, Instructions provided in Activity '3.3.7.2 Add DCA to INV01 Inventory Ordering' seems confusing as both line saying that result show when Submit Purchase Order Request is NOT checked and checked. I think it could be no results when Submit Purchase Order Request is NOT checked and show result when checked…
RE 3.3.7.2 Add DCA to INV01 Inventory Ordering value mismatch
Hi , In my module highlighted values are different form the Anaplan provided screenshot. However the same values are matching with previous screenshot provided in the course. Please guide me on this.
Import data from one list item to other list items in same module(one to Many)
Hi All I am having a module with a list(A,B,C...) and line items as given below. Update ,Text, Number are user input fields. Scenario: If an user checks update for C list item and updated text , number fields then the updated fields should import to the list item A,D as emp id and Emp Name are same. codeEMP IDEMP…

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