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Error: Invalid Expression When Using a Formula in Creating a Transaction Saved Search

edited Aug 5, 2025 9:44PM in NetSuite Admin Corner 1 comment

When creating a Transaction Saved Search using the Formula: SUBSTR({account},1,1), the system throws an error: ERROR: Invalid Expression. But when it's modified to SUBSTR({account},2,1), it properly shows the 2nd value from the account number.

This error happens when the Formula Context used is Formula (Numeric) instead of Formula (Text).

To resolve this:

  1. Go to Results Tab of the Transaction Saved Search.
  2. Select Formula (Text).
  3. Click Save & Run.

The Transaction Saved Search now shows the value from the account number.

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