Entering Variable Values for a String Variable

A string variable can be a Financial Management, Planning, or Essbase replacement variable or a Financial Management execution variable. A string variable must be alphanumeric and be no more than 255 characters. It can contain a null value, but cannot contain a leading & (ampersand) character in the value.

To enter values for a Planning or Essbase replacement string variable:

Complete step 1 through step 4.
From Type, select String.
In the Value table, enter a value for the variable.
By default, RTP is selected. If you do not want to create a runtime prompt for this variable, clear RTP.
Note:
If you do not select RTP, you must enter a value for the variable.
If you selected RTP, enter the runtime prompt text you want to display for users.
Select File, Save.

To enter values for a Financial Management replacement or execution string variable:

Complete step 1 through step 4.
From Type, select String.
Enter a value, or click in the Value field to display the Actions icon.
Do one of these tasks:
- To enter members, select Member. See Working with Members.
- To enter functions, select Function. See Working with Functions.
Select File, Save.