The formula editor has a wide range of functions. In addition to the definition tools, test tools are also available. In addition, the formula editor has an undo function that can be used to undo up to 50 actions. Both the menu, the function bar and the context menu are context-sensitive. Depending on what object (logical group or condition) is selected, different functions are available. All functions are explained below.
General Functions
General functions are available independently of the currently selected object and are mainly found in the menu of the Formula Editor.
Function | Description |
|---|---|
Save | Saves the current formula. The function is only available if a change has been made. |
Display formula | Technical display of the current formula. |
Check formula | Checks the current formula for correctness (see below). |
Test formula | The function for testing formulas is not available. |
Transport formula | If transporting is allowed, a formula can be manually included in a transport request. If automatic transport recording is active, the system always saves with transport recording. |
Delete formula | Each formula can be deleted. As soon as a formula has been deleted, this can also be seen in Customizing for Processes using the icon. |
End | End the formula editor. |
Context sensitive functions
Context-sensitive functions are only available if a node (logical group or condition) is selected. These functions are available in the menu Edit menu, the toolbar, and/or the context menu.
Funktion | Description |
|---|---|
New condition | Opens the window for entering a new condition. |
Edit | Edit the current condition. The operator and the field value can be changed. |
Repeat action | The function is available as soon as a condition has been entered. The function also creates a new condition, but the table and field name are taken from the last condition. |
Insert group OR | Inserts a new logical OR linked group. |
Insert group AND | Inserts a new logical AND linked group. |
Convert and/or | Converts a logical group between AND and OR. |
Delete | Removes the condition or logical group including all inferior nodes. |
Back | Undoes the last action. A maximum of 50 actions can be undone. |
Move down | In the context menu, you can use the Move Down function to move a node down within the logical group. Although the sequence has no meaning from a logical point of view, it may increase readability. |
Move up | In the context menu, you can use the Move Up function to move a node up within the logical group. Although the sequence has no meaning from a logical point of view, it may increase readability. |
Remove all subnodes | The function Remove All Subnodes function is only available in the context menu for logical groups. It behaves in the same way as the Delete function, but the group is only emptied and is retained. |
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