Add attributes to an entity

Attributes provide a way to assign additional properties to an entity, which can then be tracked in the MES database, entered by or displayed for operators, and included in reports. For example, entity attributes could be:

• Location (example attribute value: Aisle 6)

• Capacity (example attribute value: 5000 gal)

• Processing capability (example attribute value: Max. Temp. 500C)

• Manufacturer (example attribute value: Acme Nuclear Reactors Ltd.)

• Maintenance information (example attribute value: Align monthly)

Attributes must be defined using MES Client before they can be added to an entity in MES Web Portal.

Note that when entering date/times as an attribute value, the entry is converted to a string when stored in the MES database according to the format of the web browser's language setting. For this reason, make sure that the web browser language setting matches the MES Client language setting so that the date/time format is consistent for both.

Add an attribute to an entity

1. On the Attributes tab, click the Add Attribute button. A new attribute row is added to the grid.

   

2. In the Attributes column, select the attribute.

3. In the Value column, enter the value of the attribute. Depending on the attribute selected, this entry can be selected from a list, picked from a Date/Time control, or manually typed.

4. Enter notes in the Notes column.

The Value and Notes columns behave as follows:

• If the attribute is configured for a value only, a value must be entered and notes cannot be entered.

• If the attribute is configured for notes only, notes must be entered and a value cannot be entered.

• If the attribute is configured for a value and notes, entering a value or notes is optional.

Remove an attribute from the entity

• Click the attribute entry’s Delete button. A confirmation message appears.