Calculated Elements: (Optional) Include Calculated Elements in the Data Source

In the Calculated Elements step of the Data Source Creation guided process, finalize the calculated elements to include in the data source being created.

You can:

To delete a calculated element currently included in this data source:

  1. In the Search bar, enter any of the following information:
    • Name: Enter the name of the calculated element. For example, enter ue_ibu_DocID.
    • Label: Enter the display label used for the calculated element. For example, enter Document ID.
    • Type: Enter the data type of the calculated element. For example, enter Integer, String.
  2. In the Search Results list, select the checkbox for a calculated element, and select Delete.

    To select all calculated elements displayed in the search results, select the checkbox for the total number of items displayed in the search results. For example, if 9 items are displayed in the search results, then select the checkbox for 9 items.

  3. From the Save menu, select any of the following options:
    • Save: Select to save the entered information.
    • Save and Close: Select to return to the Data Sources log.
    • Properties or Data Elements: Select either to revert to the previous steps of the guided process
  4. Select Continue to proceed to Filters: (Optional) Create Filters for Data Elements step of the guided process.

    Notes:

    • You can click Cancel in any step of the guided process to discontinue and return to the Data Sources log.
    • It is recommended to click Save in each step to avoid losing any unsaved information or selections made in that step.
    • You may receive an error message during Data Structure setup when you enter a valid Data Structure and a valid Data View. You can disregard the error and proceed with editing and saving the Data Structure.
    • If a data source is removed from a BP design or data view, update the data source before you create, view, or update the content based on that data source.
    • Resolve any errors displayed for calculated elements.

Related Topics

Data Source Creation Guided Process

Create Calculated Elements

Delete Calculated Elements

Properties: Specify Metadata for the Data Source

Data Elements: Select Data Elements for the Data Source

Filters: (Optional) Create Filters for Data Elements

Preview: Created Data Source



Last Published Friday, October 17, 2025