Data Preparation

Question

Hi All,

There is a scenario which needs to be converted into an Alteryx workflow. The requirement is such that not all Names have Surnames, but in instances where there are names having surnames, the surnames should come up as names in the next row. PLease see the input and desired output below:

The input is

IdNameSurname1ZaidHashim2John Cena3Maxwell 4Ross 5WillSmith

The desired output that i m looking for is:

IdName1Zaid1Hashim2John2Cena3Maxwell4Ross5Will5Smith

Hope the requirement is clear. Looking forward to a reply.

Thanks

Thableaus · Accepted Answer

Hi @Zaid

Here's the solution that I thought. WF appended.

robg1409 · Accepted Answer

Hi Zaid

Yes - the transpose solution is the best way to go with this one - you'll have the option of having a Name / Surname column in there as well to use, might come in handy later on in your data prep.

The transpose tool is really useful for manipulating data, I would definitely recommended exploring it more in your workflows.  You can always cross tab data back if needs be.

Cheers

Rob