YouTube: How to Use the ABS() Function in Report Custom Columns?
In this tutorial, we will learn how to create a custom expression using the ABS function, which converts negative numbers into positive values. Let’s begin!
Navigate to the Reporting section.
Open the Sales Register Detailed Report or any "Report".
Go to Setup Column Attributes.
Here, you'll see a list of available columns that can be used to build expressions.
Click on "Add/Edit Expression Columns" where you can write your expression using predefined functions.
Before adding the expression to the report, go to Other Settings.
Ensure the Script Editor is set to VBScript.
Click Save.
Note: VBScript is the default for new configurations but always verify this setting.
Every expression must start with the script header: '#@LSCRIPT
Click the (+) Plus icon to create a new expression.
Fill in the required fields:
Expression Name – A unique name for your expression.
Expression Type – Choose either Text or Numeric depending on the expected output.
Double-click your newly created expression to insert it into the script editor.
Define the expression using the syntax:
Expression Name = ABS("GROSS_AMOUNT")
Save the expression once defined.
Scroll down and check the box beside the expression name to enable it.
Save and proceed to check the effect.
Refresh the report to view the final result.
The column will now display only positive values, regardless of whether the original number was negative or positive.
Example:
Original GROSS_AMOUNT: -2350.82
Output with ABS_GRS_AMT: 2350.82
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