Custom metadata (types) looks like a cool feature. I have created dozens of instances of one that I made and now I would like to create a report on them, because a list view is not good enough.
So first I need to create a report type for this, as the type is not available when creating a report, but my custom metadata type is not in the list of objects for which I can make a report type.
When creating or modifying the custom metadata type, it says "The singular and plural labels are used in tabs, page layouts, and reports."
This suggests that it is possible to create a report. But how do I do that?
Best Answer
The reports documentation states that
While
Custom Metadata
is not considered as dataEmphasis on
metadata
is mine in the quote. So basically it is not possible to create report onCustom metadata
since reports can be created from data, whileCustom metadata
is not considered as data, but rather as metadata.When we read about creation of custom report type, we can find references to two of three types of objects.
Emphasis on custom or external object is mine.
So, reports are not available not only to
custom metadata
orcustom settings
but even for big objects despite they are actually data.