Validation rules

  • Code names must be unique for an ION installation.
  • Codes and descriptions within a code must be unique.
  • Codes that are in use by workflows or monitors that are configured in this ION installation cannot be deleted. Even if the monitors and workflows are not active.
  • Code details can be edited at any time:
    • New entries with new codes and descriptions can be added without restrictions.
    • Descriptions can be edited without restrictions.
    • Codes cannot be deleted if a code is in use, see bullet 3.
    • Codes can only be deleted from codes that are not in use.
  • Usage of special characters:
    • Codes: can be limited to a predefined list of characters.
    • Descriptions: special characters and multibyte codes are allowed.
  • Upon editing, changes in codes are immediately available to Event Management, Workflow, and Activities.