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TELC-3013: The _CurrentField_ function does not work well in the column rule of the Table tool

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Environment Details


The _CurrentField_ variable does not appear to work if the columns with rules are not in their original position from before the Table tool.

Here is an example of the column rule in the Table tool.

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Below are the screenshots showing the behaviour with/without a column. 

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  • Alteryx Designer
    • Version(s): All

 

Cause


Defect (DE28136/TELC-3013) has been created to address this.



Resolution

 

Solution A:  Ensure all columns in the Table tool are selected

 
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Solution B: Use field names instead.
 

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Solution C: Remove unwanted column(s) before using the Table tool


1. Add a Select tool before Table tool.
2. Remove the columns that are not needed.
 
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