Range Parameter in report heading

Post Author: Kara
CA Forum: Formula
Hi,
I am using version 9. I have designed a report with a date range parameter that I would like to display in the report header. To get both the 'from' and 'to' dates to appear I am trying to write a formula, but keep getting the message "a string is required". My formula is as follows:
"from" + Minimum({?Date Range})+ "to" + Maximum({?Date Range})
Can anyone tell me where I am going wrong?!
Any help gratefully received.
received
Kara

Post Author: V361
CA Forum: Formula
You need two Parameters, name one {?MIN_DateRange} and the other , your customer will be prompted for two dates, Min and Max, then change your formula for the header, replace the + with &
"From: " & {?MIN_DateRange} & "to " & {?MAX_DateRange}

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