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An Excel PivotTable still shows old totals after the source changed

Refresh the PivotTable and confirm that its data source includes the updated records. Source data and the displayed summary are separate things to check.

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Quick answer

Refresh the PivotTable and confirm that its data source includes the updated records. Source data and the displayed summary are separate things to check.

Understand the issue

Use one known changed record as a test case. If the source is an external connection, confirm that the source itself refreshed successfully. A filter can also hide new records, so do not assume every stale-looking total is a refresh failure.

Step-by-step checks

  1. Inspect the updated source record.
  2. Refresh the affected PivotTable.
  3. Check its source range, filters and resulting total.
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What the results mean

If a new row lies outside a fixed source range, adjust the source and refresh again.

Quick reference
StageAction
StartInspect the updated source record.
CompareRefresh the affected PivotTable.
Next stepCheck its source range, filters and resulting total.

Repair checklist

If you need help, send RJ Computers your device model and the results of the checks above. Explain what must be preserved before work starts, especially files that have no other copy.

  • Confirm assessment charges and what the quote includes.
  • Ask for approval before additional parts or destructive software changes.
  • Test the original symptom at handover and keep the repair details.
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Frequently asked questions

Does editing a source cell guarantee every PivotTable immediately updates?

Behavior depends on version and configuration. Verify the refreshed result explicitly.

What should I record before requesting help?

Record the full model, exact error or symptom, recent changes and what you already tried. Explain whether important files have a separate backup.

How do I arrange a repair assessment?

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Conclusion

If a new row lies outside a fixed source range, adjust the source and refresh again.

Further reading: Official product guidance