SQL Server SUM() Function
Example
Return the sum of the "Quantity" field in the "OrderDetails" table:
SELECT SUM(Quantity) AS TotalItemsOrdered FROM OrderDetails;
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Definition and Usage
The SUM() function returns the summed value of an expression.
Syntax
SUM(expression)Parameter Values
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| expression | Required. A numeric value (can be a field or a formula) |
Technical Details
| Works in: | SQL Server 2014, SQL Server 2012, SQL Server 2008 R2, SQL Server 2008, SQL Server 2005 |
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