How can I use DAX to calculate the difference between two non-contiguous periods

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How can I use DAX to calculate the difference between two non-contiguous periods?
I need a Power BI measure that calculates the difference in sales between two specific periods, which may not be consecutive. The measure should dynamically adjust based on user-applied filters. What is the best approach using DAX functions like CALCULATE, DATEADD, and FILTER to ensure accurate calculations for non-contiguous periods?

1 day ago in Power BI by Evanjalin
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In Power BI, DAX provides the solution for calculating differences between two non-adjacent periods in functions such as CALCULATE, DATEADD, and FILTER. A measure can be designed thus to make it context-wide and dynamic indeed.

Method: CALCULATE, DATEADD, and FILTER

Create the Measure:

DAX to define a measure, wherein the measure calculates sales over two periods; finally calculates the difference between those measures:

Sales Difference = 
CALCULATE(
    SUM(Sales[Amount]),
    FILTER(
        ALL(Sales),
        Sales[Date] IN {DATE(2024, 1, 1), DATE(2024, 3, 31)}
    )
) 
- 
CALCULATE(
    SUM(Sales[Amount]),
    FILTER(
        ALL(Sales),
        Sales[Date] IN {DATE(2023, 10, 1), DATE(2023, 12, 31)}
    )
)

Explanation of the Measure:

  • CALCULATE: Applies the aggregation based on specific conditions.

  • FILTER: Allows selection of specific dates by using IN for non-contiguous periods.

  • ALL(Sales): Removes existing filters on Sales table to ensure accurate calculations.

  • This measure dynamically adjusts based on filters applied in visuals.

Alternative Approach: Using Variables for Clarity

For better readability and flexibility, use DAX variables:

Sales Difference (Dynamic) = 
VAR Period1Sales = 
    CALCULATE(
        SUM(Sales[Amount]),
        FILTER(
            ALL(Sales),
            Sales[Date] IN {DATE(2024, 1, 1), DATE(2024, 3, 31)}
        )
    )

VAR Period2Sales = 
    CALCULATE(
        SUM(Sales[Amount]),
        FILTER(
            ALL(Sales),
            Sales[Date] IN {DATE(2023, 10, 1), DATE(2023, 12, 31)}
        )
    )

RETURN
    Period1Sales - Period2Sales

Dynamic Filtering with Slicers (Advanced Option):

If users need to select periods dynamically using slicers, create two measures for each period using SELECTEDVALUE or MAX to capture slicer selections. Then calculate the difference.

answered 1 day ago by anonymous
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