Defining attributes

An attribute is Lawson-defined or user-defined category to track additional information for reports and analysis. Attributes consists of values, an element, and an object type. This procedure will detail how to define group attributes. See Defining transaction attributes.

Before defining attributes, load Lawson defined attribute definitions and available subledger fields for transaction analysis.

Access Attribute (MX00.1).
Define an attribute. Use these guidelines to specify the field values:

Attribute

Specify or select a name that identifies the attribute that you want to define or maintain.

Column Heading

Specify a label to be used in reports. This label cannot exceed the element name field size.

Element

Select a Lawson defined element or Define (F6) an element. See Defining user-defined elements.

From Value and Through Value

Specify the values that you want to include in the attribute. Defining values ensures consistency for data entry. If you do not define values, then any entry valid for the attribute's data type and size will be accepted.

Note: Defining valid values makes your lists more accurate.
Select the Add form action to add the attribute.

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To	Use
List attributes	Attribute Listing (MX201)