Editing Reference Variables

To edit reference variables:
  1. From Library or Report Packages on the Home page, select the report package for which you want to edit the reference variable.
  2. On the Report Center, click the Variables tab Variable tab icon, and select the reference variable that you want to modify.
  3. Click the number in the In Use column for the variable to see all locations that the variable is being used.
  4. Select the variables that you want to edit, using one of the following options:
    • To edit a single variable, under Actions, select Edit.
      Edit a single reference variable.
    • To edit multiple variables at one time, click Ctrl as you select each variable, and then select Actions buttonand select Edit.
      Edit multiple reference variables.

      Note:

      Editing reference variables on the web only allows you to change the name and description.
  5. Optional: Modify the Name and Description, and then click OK.
  6. To modify the Value or Source of the variable, you must edit the variable using the Narrative Reporting Oracle Smart View for Office Extension. See Working with Variables.
    The change is reflected on the Variables tab Variable tab icon, the changes are recorded on the server, and all affected doclets are automatically updated.
  7. See Previewing Variables in the Report Package.