Entering similar structures within a functional location or a reference functional location has been made easier by the function
Change structure
. This enables you to alter and insert structure branches whose labels vary from the branch that has already been entered. You can use this function as long as you have not yet saved the data of the similar structure to which you are referring. You cannot access the database when using this function.
Example of Creating Similar Structures
You have entered branch ZA for the functional location Z. Branch ZA consists of 5 functional locations. You now want to create a second branch that should have the same structure as ZA.
In the main menu, choose
You go to the screen
Technical Objects.
Then choose
– for functional locations:
– for reference functional locations:
In both cases, the List Entry screen is displayed
.
Enter the required structure indicator and enter the new functional location labels and descriptions.
Position the cursor on the functional location or reference functional location at the top of the hierarchy of the structure branch you require.
Choose
Change the label in the dialog box as required.
Flag the field
Create.
Choose
Enter.
The system creates the new branch in the list editing screen.