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Projection based on numeric parameters
Hi Thigs ,
To get more accurate projections, I’d suggest using a dynamic DAX calculation that responds to your input parameter. You can use something like SWITCH() or IF() in your measure to handle different values of the parameter.
For example:
Projected Value =
SWITCH(
TRUE(),
[Parameter] = 1, [Value] * 1.1,
[Parameter] = 2, [Value] * 1.2,
[Parameter] = 3, [Value] * 1.3,
[Value]
)
This way, the projections will automatically adjust depending on the input selected. It’s a flexible method and easy to maintain if you plan to add more conditions later. Also, just a quick tip if you're working with a large dataset, try to avoid using calculated columns unless necessary. Measures are generally more performance-friendly in such cases.
Please feel free to come back if you have any queries.
Thank you.
Hi Thigs ,
You’re absolutely right the example I provided uses a static StartValue from the parameter table and doesn’t reference your [Total Year 1 Costs] formula.
To incorporate your measure, simply update the measure by replacing this line:
VAR StartValue = CALCULATE(MAX(ProjectionParams[Value]), ProjectionParams[Parameter] = "StartValue")
with:
VAR StartValue = [Total Year 1 Costs]
This change ensures the projection logic is applied directly to your calculated cost. Make sure your [Total Year 1 Costs] measure returns accurate, context-dependent results, especially when filters like category, year, or month are involved. That way, your projections will stay precise.
Best regards,
Tejaswi.
Community Support Team
Hi! I still need a bit more help. You see, I don't want any decline, and I want the business user to be able to input what year 1 would be. So it can't be set in the original data, it needs to be flexible.