SQL Essentials: IN Operator in CASE Explained

Overview

The IN operator is a powerful tool within NetSuite's Saved Search SQL functions that allows you to check if a value is present in a list of values. It is particularly useful when you need to perform conditional logic based on multiple possible values.

In simple terms, it's like having a checklist where you can quickly determine if a specific item is on the list.

Understanding the Syntax

The basic syntax for the IN operator is:

CASE WHEN expression IN (value1, value2, ...) THEN result ELSE default_result END

In this structure, you are essentially saying, "If the value in the specified expression