Excel: Getting Unexpected Results with Computed Criteria

 Last reviewed: November 29, 1994
Article ID: Q23605
The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Excel for Windows, versions 2.x, 3.0, 4.0
  • Microsoft Excel for the Macintosh, versions 1.x, 2.x, 3.0, 4.0
  • Microsoft Excel for OS/2, versions 2.2 and 3.0

SUMMARY

In a Microsoft Excel database, computed criteria return incorrect results if a field name is entered above the formula in the criteria range.

When using computed criteria, do not use a field name in the cell above the computed formula in the criteria range. Other text, usually a short description of the formula, should be entered in this cell instead.

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Additional reference words: 1.x 2.1 2.10 2.10c 2.2 2.20 2.21 3.0 3.00
4.0 4.00

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Last reviewed: November 29, 1994
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