Common Elements Used in This Chapter

Serial Number

Enter an alphanumeric number up to 25 characters that you can use as an alternate asset identification number.

You might use this number to track assets by the manufacturer's serial number. You are not required to use a serial number to identify an asset. Every serial number that you enter must be unique.

This field is required only if the appropriate processing option is set accordingly.

Unit Number

Enter an alphanumeric code up to 12 characters to be used as an alternate identification number for an asset.

This number is not required, nor does the system assign a number if you leave the field blank when you add an asset. If you use this number, it must be unique. For equipment, this is typically the serial number.