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alex_powerbi
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How to summarize text values of a column?

‎05-17-2018 08:48 AM

Hi there, 

 

I am looking for a way to summarize text values in a column. I am getting data from MS Project Server that looks like this:

[Resources] 1-* [Assignments] *-1 [Tasks]

So multiple resources can be assigned to one task.

 

In my report on the other end, I want to have a table that's like this:

Task1 | Bill, Joe | ...

Task2 | Rose | ...

 

In the moment I get this:

Task1 | Bill | ...

Task1 | Joe | ...

Task2 | Rose | ...

 

How can I group the results by task? I tried to create a custom column but couldn't find a solution with DAX etc. so far...

Thank you in advance for any help!!

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parry2k
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‎05-17-2018 08:53 AM

Add a measure like this

 

m = CONCATENATEX(table, Table[emp], ",")

Drop task and this new measure in a table visual and you will get the expected result.



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parry2k
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Super User

‎05-17-2018 08:53 AM

Add a measure like this

 

m = CONCATENATEX(table, Table[emp], ",")

Drop task and this new measure in a table visual and you will get the expected result.



Subscribe to the @PowerBIHowTo YT channel for an upcoming video on List and Record functions in Power Query!!

Learn Power BI and Fabric - subscribe to our YT channel - Click here: @PowerBIHowTo

If my solution proved useful, I'd be delighted to receive Kudos. When you put effort into asking a question, it's equally thoughtful to acknowledge and give Kudos to the individual who helped you solve the problem. It's a small gesture that shows appreciation and encouragement! ❤


Did I answer your question? Mark my post as a solution. Proud to be a Super User! Appreciate your Kudos 🙂
Feel free to email me with any of your BI needs.

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alex_powerbi
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In response to parry2k

‎05-17-2018 09:06 AM

Exactly what I was looking for. Thank you so much!! Smiley Very Happy

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