The Mysterious Macro: Fixing the “Clear All” Conundrum for UniqueID 2097153

Are you tired of losing all your project data with a single misstep? Do you wish to tame the wild macro that’s clearing everything in its path? Look no further, dear reader, for today we embark on a journey to tame the beast and make it work only for UniqueID 2097153.

The Problem: A Macro Gone Rogue

The macro in question is designed to clear project data, but it’s doing its job a bit too zealously. Instead of targeting specific data, it’s wiping the slate clean, leaving you with a blank canvas and a sense of despair. But fear not, for we’re about to dive into the world of coding and tweak that macro to do our bidding.

Understanding the Macro’s Syntax

Before we start making changes, let’s take a closer look at the macro’s syntax. The code in question might look something like this:

Sub ClearData()
    Dim ws As Worksheet
    For Each ws In ThisWorkbook.Worksheets
        ws.Cells.ClearContents
    Next ws
End Sub

This macro is using a `For Each` loop to iterate through each worksheet in the workbook and clear the contents of every cell. It’s a simple yet effective way to clear data, but it’s not targeted enough for our needs.

The Solution: Adding Conditions and Specificity

To make the macro work only for UniqueID 2097153, we need to add some conditions to the code. We’ll use an `IF` statement to check if the UniqueID matches our target, and only then will we clear the data.

Here’s the updated code:

Sub ClearData()
    Dim ws As Worksheet
    Dim UniqueID As Long
    
    UniqueID = 2097153 ' Set the target UniqueID
    
    For Each ws In ThisWorkbook.Worksheets
        If ws.UniqueID = UniqueID Then
            ws.Cells.ClearContents
        End If
    Next ws
End Sub

In this updated code, we’ve added a variable `UniqueID` to store the target ID. We then use an `IF` statement to check if the worksheet’s UniqueID matches our target. If it does, we clear the contents of the cells; if not, we skip to the next iteration.

But Wait, There’s More!

The updated code above should work as expected, but we can take it a step further by adding more conditions and specificity. What if we want to clear data only for a specific range of cells or a particular worksheet? We can modify the code to accommodate these requirements.

Let’s say we want to clear data only for cells A1:E10 on the worksheet with UniqueID 2097153:

Sub ClearData()
    Dim ws As Worksheet
    Dim UniqueID As Long
    Dim rng As Range
    
    UniqueID = 2097153 ' Set the target UniqueID
    Set rng = Range("A1:E10") ' Set the target range
    
    For Each ws In ThisWorkbook.Worksheets
        If ws.UniqueID = UniqueID Then
            rng.ClearContents
        End If
    Next ws
End Sub

In this modified code, we’ve added a `Range` object `rng` to specify the target range. We then use this range in the `ClearContents` method to clear data only for the desired cells.

Debugging and Troubleshooting

As with any code, there’s always a chance of errors or unexpected behavior. Here are some common issues you might encounter and their solutions:

• Error: “Object doesn’t support this property or method”
  • Solution: Check if the worksheet has a UniqueID property. You can do this by using the `Debug.Print` statement to output the UniqueID value.
• Error: “Type mismatch”
  • Solution: Ensure that the `UniqueID` variable is declared as a `Long` data type, and that the value assigned to it is a valid numeric value.
• Macro clears data for all worksheets
  • Solution: Check the `If` statement to ensure that it’s correctly comparing the worksheet’s UniqueID with the target ID. Make sure the comparison operator is correct (e.g., `=`, `<>`, etc.).

Conclusion

In this article, we’ve tamed the wild macro and made it work only for UniqueID 2097153. By adding conditions and specificity to the code, we’ve achieved a more targeted and controlled data clearing process. Remember to debug and troubleshoot your code to ensure it’s working as intended.

With these instructions, you should be able to modify the macro to suit your needs. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or a VBA novice, the steps outlined above will guide you through the process of creating a more refined and efficient macro.

Macro Code	Purpose
Sub ClearData()	Clears data for all worksheets
Sub ClearData() with If statement	Clears data only for worksheets with UniqueID 2097153
Sub ClearData() with If statement and Range object	Clears data only for cells A1:E10 on worksheets with UniqueID 2097153

Remember, the key to success lies in understanding the macro’s syntax and adding conditions to make it work for your specific needs. Happy coding!

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