DataDimension Object Members

The DataDimension object provides essential properties for manipulating data dimensions in SuiteScript workbooks. It allows developers to create dynamic categories, legends, and pivot axes efficiently, making it crucial for those utilizing SuiteScript in reporting and analytics.

What Members Are Available for DataDimension?

The following members are part of the workbook.DataDimension object:

Object Description

The DataDimension object is versatile and can be utilized to create categories, legends, pivot axes, dimension selectors, or sections. You can create this object via the workbook.createDataDimension(options) method, which accepts various parameters to customize the dimension’s behavior.

Code Sample

The following code demonstrates how to create a DataDimension object with its members:

1// Creating a DataDimension object
2var myDataDimension = workbook.createDataDimension({
3    items: [myDataDimensionItem],
4    children: [myMeasure],
5    totalLine: workbook.TotalLine.FIRST_LINE
6});
7 
8// Accessing the children property
9var theChildren = myDataDimension.children;

Supported Script Types

The DataDimension object is only available in server-side scripts. Ensure to refer to the SuiteScript 2.x Script Types for more information on applicable environments.

Error Handling

If improper values are assigned to the properties of the DataDimension, an error might be thrown:

• Error Code: WRONG_PARAMETER_TYPE
  • Thrown If: The value specified is not a valid workbook.DataDimension[] or workbook.Section[].

By understanding and correctly utilizing the DataDimension object members, developers can enhance their workbooks significantly, ensuring better data visualization and reporting capabilities.

Key Takeaways

• The DataDimension object is vital for creating structured data presentations in SuiteScript workbooks.
• It includes properties for children and items, which aid in hierarchical data representation.
• Proper error handling, especially with parameter types, is crucial for robust script development.

Source: This article is based on Oracle's official NetSuite documentation.