Summary  
This chapter explains how to identify, interpret, and resolve common error codes returned by functions and formulas.  

General domain of usage  
Spreadsheet data analysis

Understanding Excel errors is an important aspect of becoming proficient in using the software. **Excel** provides error messages to help users identify and **resolve issues** in their spreadsheets. In your course for beginners, it's crucial to cover the common **Excel errors**, what they mean, and how to address them. I will provide a list of the most **common errors**, but do not worry. You will inevitably get used to them while using **Excel**. 😀


- **#DIV/0!** occurs when a formula attempts to divide a number by zero;
- **#VALUE!** indicates that there's a problem with the value used in a formula or function;
- **#REF!** appears when a cell reference is invalid, usually due to deleted or moved data;
- **#N/A** indicates that a value is not available or cannot be found;
- **#NAME?** occurs when Excel doesn't recognize a function or formula name;
- **#NUM!** appears when a numeric calculation produces an error, such as an invalid argument for a function;
- **#NULL!** indicates that there's a problem with the intersection of two ranges in a formula.

What is the error thrown by the following formula? `=SUMOFVALUES(A1:A2)`

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Understanding Excel Errors