Adding a code definition field

To add a field whose value is supplied by a code definition, you must specify the code definition that you want to use. You can select an existing code definition table, or you can create a new one.
Note: The process of adding a code definition field in Operations and Regulations 8.5.0 and later is simpler than in previous releases. In previous releases you would first use the Schema Manager to add a code definition column and link it to the appropriate table. You can now complete these steps directly from the Page Editor.
  1. In the Page Editor, click Edit and select Data Builder.
    Note: The Data Builder is only available if you're editing a detail page, not a standard page in the Content Manager.
  2. Click Add above the grid.
  3. Specify this information:
    Screen Name
    Specify a name for your code definition field.
    Data Type
    Select Code Definition.
    Criteria Sort Order
    Specify a number indicating the order of this field. This is required so that new code definitions can be added from the popup.
    Grid Sort Order
    Specify a number indicating the order of this field. This is required so that new code definitions can be added from the popup.
  4. Specify the code definition table that you want to use.
    1. Select the Additional Properties column in the grid and open the popup.
    2. Select Existing Table or New Table.
    3. Select the Allow full record access check box.
      This is always required for code definitions.
    4. If you're using an existing table, select the correct table in the grid and click Select.
    5. If you're creating a new table, specify the family name, table name, and common ID and click Save.
  5. Ensure that the Automatically Assign Control check box is selected.
  6. Click Save.