This function calculates the absolute value of the specified value.

Syntax

ABS(value)

ABS(expression)

Arguments

This function can take either a value or an expression as an argument.

Remarks

This function turns negative values into positive values.

Data Types

Accepts numeric data. Returns numeric data.

Examples

Version Available

This function is available in product version 1.0 or later.

See Also

SIGN | Math and Trigonometry Functions