User Report data bind variable problems

Question

Hello,
I am trying to build a simple report in SQLDeveloper, using a DATE bind variable. But it fails with the error message:
Inconsistent datatype, expected DATE got NUMBER
SELECT * FROM FLOW_COMP_REC_SUMMARY_RU
where create_date = trunc(:TARGET_DATE)
and type = 'D'
ORDER BY MESSAGE_FLOW_ID
Running this query in SQLDeveloper worksheet executes properly after a dialog box pops up and I enter: current_date - 1
SELECT * FROM FLOW_COMP_REC_SUMMARY_RU
where create_date = trunc(&TARGET_DATE)
and type = 'D'
ORDER BY MESSAGE_FLOW_ID
I've searched but no clear solutions present themselves. If you have one it would be most appreciated.
Thanks

Answer 1

You'll have to convert the input to date yourself:
SELECT * FROM FLOW_COMP_REC_SUMMARY_RU
where create_date = TO_DATE(:TARGET_DATE, 'DD/MM/YYYY')
and type = 'D'
ORDER BY MESSAGE_FLOW_ID
Have fun,
K.