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jogrun87
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3 years ago
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Dynamically create Reference queries based on number distinct values in a column

Hi everyone, 

 

I have a base CSV that has a column called 'Usage'. Each time this CSV is generated the number of distinct values in the 'Usage' column will change.  Today it is 3, tomorrow it could be 7.  I need to build a separate query for each unique value, I can do this manually, only each time I may require more or less queries.

 

Is there a way to dynamically create 'n' queries in Power Query based on distinct values of a column? 

 

Thanks in advance

John

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  • jogrun87's avatar
    jogrun87
    3 years ago

    Thanks Pete, I thought this was the case, the XY probleem seems like it was written just for me :D.  I was over-thinking the problem completely.

     

    I've gone with another (much simpler) method, of just adding cond. columns, that can each cater for a wider range of values.  Thank you for your reply

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  • jogrun87's avatar
    jogrun87
    Regular Visitor
    3 years ago

    Thanks Pete, I thought this was the case, the XY probleem seems like it was written just for me :D.  I was over-thinking the problem completely.

     

    I've gone with another (much simpler) method, of just adding cond. columns, that can each cater for a wider range of values.  Thank you for your reply

  • BA_Pete's avatar
    BA_Pete
    Super User
    3 years ago

    Hi John,

     

    Firstly, no, you can't dynamically spawn new queries in Power Query.

    Secondly, this looks like an XY Problem. If you can give more detail around what you're actually trying to achieve overall, I may be able to advise you on a better way to get to your end goal.

     

    Pete