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power bi expression error we cannot convert a value of type binary to type list

I'm getting the following expression error message in Power Query when I added a column and converted to percentage:

 

expression error we cannot convert a value of type binary to type list

 

Any suggestions on how to resolve???

 

Thanks

Train2

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train2
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This issue has been resolved.

 

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train2
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I found the error by changing the data format type on my calculated column from General to Number.

 

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Train 2

train2
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This issue has been resolved.

 

Thanks

Train2

How?

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MarcelBeug
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The error message states that a list is expected instead of binary, which can be anywhere, so without context it is impossible for us to give a good answer.

 

So you need to provide more specific information, like code samples, screen shots, etcetera to clarify the issue.

 

And don't forget to indicate precisely at which query step you (first) get the error message.

Specializing in Power Query Formula Language (M)

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