I can't figure out what's wrong with my median if formula--this is what I'm using:
{=MEDIAN(IF('Hours per Client'!$I$2:$I$608=A2,'Hours per Client'!$E$2:$E$608))} (the curvy brackets representing ctrl-shift-enter)
but it keeps returning "N/A":
median if.png
I tried changing the formula to {=MEDIAN(IF('Hours per Client'!$I:$I=A2,'Hours per Client'!$E:$E))} but that didn't work either:
median if 2.png
What am I doing wrong?
post a small file with some data. need to see how cells are formatted and write in expected result.
Evaluate the formula, you will find error.
In my knowledge, syntax of median formula is =median(number1,number2,...)
The result of inner formula should be in number.
To attach worksheet Go advanced -> Manage attachments -> Choose file -> Upload
Don't forget to Mention your desired result in the sheet..
There should be sample data only, a lot of data creates confusion.
Thanks & Regards
Shivya
http://excelvbatipsforbeginners.blogspot.in/
I wonder if a screenshot would be okay...? Here's the Hours per Client page that my median if formula references. The formula bar has the text formula for I2.
median if 3.png
I can upload a spreadsheet if the screenshot isn't enough.
Last edited by micina; 11-07-2017 at 11:36 AM.
Will you please attach a sample Excel workbook? We are not able to work with or manipulate a picture of one and nobody wants to have to recreate your data from scratch.
1. Make sure that your sample data are REPRESENTATIVE of your real data. The use of unrepresentative data is very frustrating and can lead to long delays in reaching a solution.
2. Make sure that your desired solution is also shown (mock up the results manually).
3. Make sure that all confidential data is removed or replaced with dummy data first (e.g. names, addresses, E-mails, etc.).
4. Try to avoid using merged cells as they cause lots of problems.
Unfortunately the attachment icon doesn't work at the moment, so to attach an Excel file you have to do the following: just before posting, scroll down to Go Advanced and then scroll down to Manage Attachments. Now follow the instructions at the top of that screen.
Please pay particular attention to point 2 (above): without an idea of your intended outcomes, it is often very difficult to offer appropriate advice.
Ali
Enthusiastic self-taught user of MS Excel who's always learning!
Don't forget to say "thank you" in your thread to anyone who has offered you help. It's a universal courtesy.
You can reward them by clicking on * Add Reputation below their user name on the left, if you wish.
NB: as a Moderator, I never accept friendship requests.
Forum Rules (updated August 2023): please read them here.
I've attached the file:
Cell I608 is what's causing the error.
If you delete the #N/A error in I608 your formula should work fine.
One thing to note is that you should not use whole column references with array formulas. Limit your ranges to as small as possible.
If you do not want to get rid of the error in I608, this should work:
B2 =MEDIAN(IF(IFERROR('Hours per Client'!I$2:I$608,"")=A2,'Hours per Client'!E$2:E$608)) Ctrl Shift Enter
Ahhhh that makes complete sense. Thank you!! Your formula works perfectly
You're welcome.
If that takes care of your original question, please select Thread Tools from the menu link above and mark this thread as SOLVED.
There are currently 1 users browsing this thread. (0 members and 1 guests)
Posting Permissions
LinkBack URL
About LinkBacks
Register To Reply
Bookmarks