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    Hi all,

    I created a multi dependent drop down list across 3 columns successfully using the INDEX MATCH function. I've added new data and created named ranges, and the formula is now returning an error. There are 2 active tabs in the workbook:

    1) selection worksheet with multi column dropdowns
    2) master look up data worksheet

    When I used a direct array formula for the cells, the dropdown brought back the right data:

    FORMULA: =INDEX('Master Table Lookup'!$B$8:$F$12,,MATCH($A5,Products,0))

    I then created named ranges and changed the formula:

    FORMULA: =INDEX(MasterTable[[Mobile Clinic]:[Travel, Reporting and Misc]],MATCH($A5,MasterTable[Product Stream],0))

    I'm getting an error now when initially it worked. There are some blank rows in the names ranges (2nd formula) - not sure if this is creating an issue.

    Any help would be much appreciated.

    Thanks in advance - have spent far too many hours working through this. Your valued expertise is much needed
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    Re: Using Index Match function to create multi dependent drop down lists - Returning Error

    Hi! Lovely to eMeet you and thank you - uploading now.

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    Re: Using Index Match function to create multi dependent drop down lists - Returning Error

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    Re: Using Index Match function to create multi dependent drop down lists - Returning Error

    Yes - oddly it's saying it's loaded but not showing as uploaded? Got it
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    Re: Using Index Match function to create multi dependent drop down lists - Returning Error

    I found several mistakes. I corrected some. Please check the attached file.
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    Re: Using Index Match function to create multi dependent drop down lists - Returning Error

    Hi Kokikoki,

    Thank you so much for your help, really appreciate it. Is it best to use specific cell ranges rather than named tables?

    Thanks again!

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