Help in developing 2 Formula Variables in BI 7.0

Hi all,
I need help in framing a Formula Variable. I have the following columns (Key Figures) in my report .....
"Breakdown Time of Machine" (1hr, 2hr, 3hr, 4hr, 5hr)
"Machine count with Breakdown"
From these 2 KeyFigures, how do I develope a Formula which can calculate the following KeyFigures ?
1. "Machine Time with Breakdown Time < 4hr"
2. "Machine Time with Breakdown Time > 4hr"
Thanks in advance & points will be awarded,
SD

Hi Sebastian,
You define another calculated key figure and use boolean expression, by using the machine break down time. Simple example is given below.
Let us say breakdown time key figure as KF1and new key figure as CKF2. In the CKF2 the formula should (KF1 > 4 ) *1 + (KF1 < 4) * 2.
Now in the CKF2 you will find the values 1, 2 which related to break down > 4 hours and break down < 4 hours.
Hope this helps.
Regards,
Sreenivas.

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