Text data in excel pivot table

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In Excel 2003, displaying text data in the Data Items area of a pivot table is not possible; it only shows numerical values. Changing the format to "Text" does not alter this limitation. Users seeking to incorporate text data in pivot tables may need to explore alternative methods or software versions. The discussion briefly veers into unrelated topics, including a comment on the prime nature of the number 2003. Ultimately, the focus remains on the constraints of Excel 2003 regarding text data in pivot tables.
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Using Excel 2003, I'd like to display text data in the Data Items area of a
pivot table. Currently, I see the number 1 in the field. I've changed the
format to "Text", which has no effect on the data that's displayed. Is it
possible to display text data in the Data Item area of a pivot table?

Thanks
 
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Yes, the 2003 in "Excel 2003" is indeed a prime number.
 
Well, i thought the mathematic guys would know as they deals with numbers more than others...and persumably use Excel...:D
 
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