Defining list dynamic attributes

The List format type treats a cell value as a list item formatted as a hyperlink. When the hyperlink is clicked, a dialog box of items for the assigned list displays. The user can select any item in the list.

  1. Click the Home icon.
  2. Select Business Configuration > Configuration Set-specific Settings > Dynamic Attributes Configuration.
  3. Click the link for the attribute type you want to create.
  4. Click the Dynamic Attributes tab.
  5. Click Add Attribute and specify this information:
    Name
    Specify a name for the attribute.
    Format Type
    Select List.
    Hierarchy
    Select a hierarchy.
  6. Click Add List and specify this information:
    Name
    Specify a name for the list.
    New List Item
    Specify the item to include in the list.
    Add List Item
    Click this option to add items to the list.

    Click OK.

  7. Optionally, select a context for the attribute by selecting one or more of the check boxes. The context refers to where the attribute will be available. An attribute can have different values within the context.
    If you do not select a context, the attribute value stays the same.
  8. Click OK.
  9. Optionally, select the Dimension Details check box. Select this check box to add the dynamic attribute to a category using the Category Configuration tab.

Click Edit to change a dynamic attribute. Use caution when editing an attribute as it is associated with data.

Click the Delete icon to delete a dynamic attribute. You cannot delete predefined dynamic attributes.