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Snapshot error on first record

  • October 8, 2019
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Hi,

I am trying to make a field that automatically counts up (similar to record ID, but where it starts new for each project). I am using the snapshot function to accomplish this. It works fine, except for on the first iteration.

I have 2 tables, Projects and Request for Information (RFI). Projects is the parent to RFI.

I have a summary field that is the maximum RFI Number.
I have a lookup field in the RFI table, of that summary field.
In the RFI table I have a snapshot field, that snapshots the lookup field mentioned above.
And finally on the RFI table I have a formula numeric field (RFI number) which is Snapshot Field +1

When I add a new RFI, it shows everything correct. Snapshot = 0, RFI number =1. As soon as I save, it adjusts and becomes snapshot =1, RFI number = 2.

After that it works perfectly. How can I get the first RFI to number correctly?

Thank you


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Mike Tamoush
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  • Quickbase Staff
  • October 10, 2019
Mike,

I've played with a similar setup in the past, and as far as I remember it worked correctly. If you'd like a resource to follow, I've found this article useful. If not, please let me know and I'd be happy to look at this with you.

Eric

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Eric Mohlman
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