Sum(Sum(Field,Scope)) Syntax for SSRS Expression?

  • Hey everyone,

    I'm building a report where I'm trying to write an expression for a variable (not parameter). I'm planning on creating multiple variables from different datasets which I can then use/reference it to do a calculation in single textbox.

    I have multiple datasets, and I need the SUM(SUM(Fields!amount.Value)) for each of these datasets. I am then going to use these numbers in another textbox, adding them with each other. I need some assistance with the syntax. I am able to use SUM by itself, without an issue. For example, this works fine:

    Variable 1:

    =SUM(Fields!Amount.Value, "DataSet1")

    Variable 2:

    =SUM(Fields!Amount.Value, "DataSet2")

    etc.

    But I get an error when trying to amend it to the following (which is what I actually need):

    =SUM(SUM(Fields!amt.Value, "DataSet1"))

    I get an error saying "The variable expression for the report 'body' uses an aggregate expression without a scope. A scope is required for all aggregates used outside of a data region unless the report contains exactly one dataset." I have a hunch that there's a problem with my syntax/parantheses placement. Any suggestions?

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  • Sorry and thanks.

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