Introduction
A time series list is a list building block that can be used for the X axis of charts that show/compare periods. Since most reports use a chart with time series, this parameter type occurs on most reports. The parameter ´time series list´ is considered as an advanced parameter because it normally it can be left to default. Typical examples for a time ´time series list´ are:
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Most used dimensions for a ´time series list´ are Period and Year, but also dimensions like scenario and view can be used in a ´time series list´.
List Attributes
Basic Attributes
List Attribute | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|
Empty | No | Empty lines will not be visible, if you set this attribute to yes. |
Visible | Yes | By setting this attribute to no, the period will be hidden. Hiding a period can be useful when used as a calculation step in a formula. |
Custom Description | Empty | The custom description overrides the default generated name. You can use either a fixed text or a Dynamic Label Expression |
Formula | Empty | By specifying a formula this period will be calculated. |
Order | Max + 1 | Use the order attribute to reorder the time series. |