How can I copy and paste a point of view or allocation component?

You can copy a point of view or allocation component from within the rule in which it is used, and you can paste the component into the same or a different rule.

To copy and paste a point of view or allocation component in a rule flow chart:

1. In the System View, expand the Essbase Application Type, the Application, Database, and Rules.

2. Right-click the rule that contains the point of view or allocation component you want to copy and paste, and select Open. The rule is displayed in the Rule Designer.

3. In the Rule Designer, right-click the point of view or allocation component you want to copy in the rules flow chart, and select Copy to copy only the component or Copy Group to copy the component and the associated components within it.

4. Do one of the following tasks:

   • To paste the component into the same rule, right-click the location in the flow chart where you want to paste the component, and select Paste.

   • To paste the component into a different rule, open the rule, right-click the location in the flow chart where you want to paste the component, and select Paste.

   Note: You can also select Edit and Paste.

5. Select File and Save.