Excel Pivot Table Sum Not Adding Correctly: Troubleshooting

Problem Scenario

Your pivot table shows incorrect totals - the sum doesn't match manual calculation of the same data. Numbers are clearly wrong.

Solution Steps

1. Check for blank cells or text in numeric columns
2. Verify Value Field Settings shows Sum not Count
3. Remove filters that might exclude data
4. Check if source data has subtotals included
5. Refresh pivot table to update calculations

Code Snippet

Right-click Sum field > Value Field Settings > Number Format > Select Number or Currency