There are dedicated functions in Anaplan convert the type of data to allow their usage in a different context. For example, when you want to use a number in a text-only cell. 

Use the table below to reference the available functions.

Convert FromConvert toFunction
NumberTextTEXT()

DateRefer to Formula usage tips - Converting a number to a Date
DateNumber

DAY()

MONTH()

YEAR()


Time-formatted List ItemPERIOD()
Time-formatted List ItemNumber

MONTH()

YEAR()


Time-formatted List ItemITEM()

Text

CODE()

NAME()

List ItemList ItemITEM()

Text

CODE()

NAME()

TextNumberVALUE()

DateDATE()

Time-formatted List ItemFINDITEM()

List ItemFINDITEM()