ODD in WPS on Windows FAQ

Last updated:July 23, 2026

When using ODD, the most common questions fall into 3 areas: formula errors, result interpretation, and scenario fit; this FAQ includes 3 practical answers.

FAQ

What should I check if the ODD function returns an error?

  1. Check whether the formula is complete, including the closing parenthesis.
  2. Confirm that the argument is a numeric value or a field that can be calculated as a number.
  3. If you referenced another field, make sure that field contains data suitable for numeric calculation.

How does ODD handle negative numbers?

  1. ODD does not simply remove the minus sign.
  2. It rounds away from zero, so a negative input becomes a negative odd integer with a greater absolute value when needed.
  3. Test a few sample values first if you plan to combine ODD with other formulas.

Is ODD the same as checking whether a number is odd?

  1. No. ODD rounds a value to an odd-number result.
  2. If you need to test whether a value is odd, build that logic with a different formula design.
  3. Decide whether your goal is rounding or checking before building the field.

Glossary

TermDefinition
ODDA numeric function that rounds an input value to the nearest odd integer away from zero.
Formula fieldA calculated field in a multi-dimensional table that returns results automatically from an expression.
ArgumentThe input inside a function, which can be a fixed value or a referenced field value.