1.1.2. Build an Expression through Class Data Items

The Classes section in the Build Expression window provides you with options to create an expression using class data items.

The Classes section contains the following boxes and buttons:

Box/Button Description
Class ID The class ID that you want to use to create an expression.
Search Retrieves and displays records based on the class ID provided.
Filters

Filters the displayed records based on the following parameters:

  • Class ID

  • Composite Member

  • Data Item

  • Description

  • Max Record Limit
Clear Filters

Removes any filters applied to the displayed records.

Note: This button is disabled if no filters are applied.
Note: For classes, the Max Record Limit box is located in the Filters window.

To create an expression using class data items:

  1. In the Build Expression window, in the Classes section, in the Class ID box, enter a class ID.
  2. Select Search to display all the classes and class members associated with a class ID. You can also select Filters to filter the displayed classes and class members based on certain parameters.
  3. In the list of displayed classes and class members, select a class or class member and the corresponding data item is displayed. Double-click the data item that you want to create the expression with.

    The data item is added to the Expression box.

  4. Select Functions to add functions to the expression.
  5. Select OK.

    An expression is created using class data items.