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How to Use the Power BI DAX function NEXTMONTH

In this article, we will discuss how to use the Power BI DAX function NEXTMONTH. This function is used to return the date corresponding to the same day in the following month.

Syntax of the NEXTMONTH Function

The syntax of the NEXTMONTH function is as follows:


NEXTMONTH(❰date❱)


The function accepts a single argument, which is a date value. It returns the date corresponding to the same day in the following month.

Example of Using the NEXTMONTH Function

Suppose you have a table of sales data that includes the date of each sale. You want to create a measure that calculates the sales for the next month. You can use the NEXTMONTH function to achieve this.

First, create a new measure by going to the "Modeling" tab and clicking on "New Measure". Name the measure "Sales Next Month".

Next, enter the following formula for the measure:


Sales Next Month = CALCULATE(SUM(Sales[Amount]), NEXTMONTH(Sales[Date]))


This formula uses the SUM function to calculate the total sales amount, and the NEXTMONTH function to specify the next month’s date.

Using NEXTMONTH with Other Functions

The NEXTMONTH function can also be used with other DAX functions to create more complex calculations. For example, you can use the NEXTMONTH function with the TOTALYTD function to calculate the year-to-date sales for the next month.


Sales Next Month YTD = TOTALYTD(SUM(Sales[Amount]), NEXTMONTH(Sales[Date]))


This formula uses the TOTALYTD function to calculate the year-to-date sales, and the NEXTMONTH function to specify the next month’s date.

In conclusion, the NEXTMONTH function is a powerful tool that can be used to create complex calculations in Power BI. It allows you to easily calculate values for the next month, which can be useful in a variety of scenarios. By understanding the syntax and usage of the NEXTMONTH function, you can take your Power BI analyses to the next level.

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