Metis Smart Modeling - Linked Values
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Based on a unique [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Models|model]] to configure a desktop PC, the services required to put together the machine can be disabled when the offer type "spare parts" has been selected. Simply add a [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Rules|rule]] using the linked value defined in the service [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Models|model]] to disable the the "manufacturing" of the machine. | Based on a unique [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Models|model]] to configure a desktop PC, the services required to put together the machine can be disabled when the offer type "spare parts" has been selected. Simply add a [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Rules|rule]] using the linked value defined in the service [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Models|model]] to disable the the "manufacturing" of the machine. | ||
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== Creating a linked value == | == Creating a linked value == | ||
| - | In the “Modeling” menu, make sure to select the “Linked Values” sub-menu. Here the application displays a list of all Metis elements to which a [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] can be linked. Select the element to which a linked value needs to be created, for example “Offer Type”. Click on “Edit" [[File:MetisSmartModelingEditButton.PNG|link=]]. The “Linked Values” window opens. Select the [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] to which the element needs to be linked, for example “$Offer_Type”. If the required [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] doesn't appears in the list use the | + | |
| + | In the “Modeling” menu, make sure to select the “Linked Values” sub-menu. Here the application displays a list of all Metis elements to which a [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] can be linked. Select the element to which a linked value needs to be created, for example “Offer Type”. Click on “Edit" [[File:MetisSmartModelingEditButton.PNG|link=]]. The “Linked Values” window opens. Select the [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] to which the element needs to be linked, for example “$Offer_Type”. If the required [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] doesn't appears in the list use the "Add" button [[File:MetisSmartModelingAddButton.PNG|link=]] on the right of the drop-down list to create a new one. Please refer to the [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] section of this manual for additional details. | ||
Based on the selected Metis element (in this case "Offer Type"), below the drop-down list to select the [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] Metis will display a list of defined values for the this element. Refer to the corresponding section linked above to define the content of those lists. | Based on the selected Metis element (in this case "Offer Type"), below the drop-down list to select the [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] Metis will display a list of defined values for the this element. Refer to the corresponding section linked above to define the content of those lists. | ||
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| The number and the entries themselves which are displayed in the list showing the content of the various Metis elements can vary based on the data defined and activated throughout the application. | | The number and the entries themselves which are displayed in the list showing the content of the various Metis elements can vary based on the data defined and activated throughout the application. | ||
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== Modifying a linked value == | == Modifying a linked value == | ||
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In the “Modeling” menu, make sure to select the “Linked Values” sub-menu. Here the application displays a list of all Metis elements to which a [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] can be linked. Select the element to which a linked value needs to be modified, for example “Offer Type”. Click on “Edit" [[File:MetisSmartModelingEditButton.PNG|link=]]. The “Linked Values” window opens. For changing the [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] linked to the Metis element, select it from the drop-down list, for example “$Offer_Type”. If the required [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] doesn't appears in the list use the ADD button [[File:MetisSmartModelingAddButton.PNG|link=]] on the right of the drop-down list to create a new one. Please refer to the [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] section of this manual for additional details. | In the “Modeling” menu, make sure to select the “Linked Values” sub-menu. Here the application displays a list of all Metis elements to which a [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] can be linked. Select the element to which a linked value needs to be modified, for example “Offer Type”. Click on “Edit" [[File:MetisSmartModelingEditButton.PNG|link=]]. The “Linked Values” window opens. For changing the [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] linked to the Metis element, select it from the drop-down list, for example “$Offer_Type”. If the required [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] doesn't appears in the list use the ADD button [[File:MetisSmartModelingAddButton.PNG|link=]] on the right of the drop-down list to create a new one. Please refer to the [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] section of this manual for additional details. | ||
When the wished [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] is set in the drop-dwon list, it is possible to modify the values for each offer type. For example 3 and 4. Click on confirm to save the changes. The Linked value has been updated and now appears with its link to a [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] in the list of the main screen. | When the wished [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] is set in the drop-dwon list, it is possible to modify the values for each offer type. For example 3 and 4. Click on confirm to save the changes. The Linked value has been updated and now appears with its link to a [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] in the list of the main screen. | ||
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| Changing the [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] linked to a Metis element will on the other hand affect the [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Models|model(s)]] in which this variable is used. | | Changing the [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] linked to a Metis element will on the other hand affect the [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Models|model(s)]] in which this variable is used. | ||
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== Deleting a linked value == | == Deleting a linked value == | ||
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In the “Modeling” menu, make sure to select the “Linked Values” sub-menu. Here the application displays a list of all Metis elements to which a [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] can be linked. Select the element for which the link needs to be deleted, for example “Offer Type”. Click on “Edit" [[File:MetisSmartModelingEditButton.PNG|link=]]. The “Linked Values” window opens. In order to remove the link to the current [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] select "<none>" in the drop-down list. In order to remove the values set for each values of the element, select the value in the right-hand column and delete it. Click on confirm to save the changes. The Linked value has been updated and now appears with its link to a [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] in the list of the main screen. | In the “Modeling” menu, make sure to select the “Linked Values” sub-menu. Here the application displays a list of all Metis elements to which a [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] can be linked. Select the element for which the link needs to be deleted, for example “Offer Type”. Click on “Edit" [[File:MetisSmartModelingEditButton.PNG|link=]]. The “Linked Values” window opens. In order to remove the link to the current [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] select "<none>" in the drop-down list. In order to remove the values set for each values of the element, select the value in the right-hand column and delete it. Click on confirm to save the changes. The Linked value has been updated and now appears with its link to a [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Variables|variable]] in the list of the main screen. | ||