Description
Variables can be added to list layout of any report when they are under the source table
KB0706864 - Create a list report with variable columns
However, this action isn't possible when the variables are under an extended field/table
Steps to Reproduce
- Navigate to Reports > Create New
- Enter
Source Type: table
Table: sysapproval_approver
click Next - Select 'List' type report and click Next
- Click 'Choose Columns'
- Select Approval for [+] -> Requested Item [ catalog task ] [+] -> variables [+] -> select "New Email Account" > select "Preferred Email address" and click OK
- Click Run
Actual behavior: List layout doesn't get updated
Expected behavior: 'Preferred Email address' should be added to the list layout
Workaround
After carefully considering the severity and frequency of this problem and the risk of attempting a fix, it has been decided to not address this issue in any current or future releases. We do not make these decisions lightly, and we apologize for any inconvenience.
Related Problem: PRB1328813