Second() Function

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How to Use the Seconds () Function in Report Custom Columns?

In this Tutorial, we'll demonstrate how to design an expression using the Second function in a report grid. This function extracts the second portion from a DateTime value, such as Bill Time.

Accessing the Expression Designer:

• Navigate to the Reporting section.

• Open the Sales Register - Cross Tab 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.

Writing Your First Expression

• 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.

Creating a Simple Second() Expression

• Double-click your newly created expression to insert it into the script editor.

• Define the expression using the syntax:

  • Expression Name = SECOND(CDATE(BILL_TIME))

    • Second() extracts the second portion from the Bill Time.

    • CDate() ensures the value is converted into a valid DateTime format.

• 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.

Output

If the BILL_TIME is 14:35:27, the column will now display: 27

Only the second component is extracted and shown in the report.