Bucket Type

This page is accessed via Shipment Management > Power Data > SKU Types > Bucket Type.

Bucket types are user-defined. Some possible examples include "Committed," "In-Transit," and "On-Hand." There are different bucket categories: instance bucket and total bucket. An instance bucket is one that exists directly on a location and to which assets can actually be linked. Total buckets are aggregates of two or more child buckets. A bucket is considered a Total Bucket if you select the Total checkbox.

Adding a Bucket Type

Note: When viewing or editing a bucket type, you can select the Show Hierarchy button to display the relationship between buckets and child buckets.

1. Enter a unique Bucket Type to identify the cost type.
2. Select a Domain Name.
3. Enter a Description.
4. Select the Total check box if this bucket has child buckets associated with it. When selected, the Child Bucket Types section appears.
5. Select the Auto Link checkbox if the instance bucket supports the automatic association of assets to itself with add, remove, and move actions. The setting of this checkbox also affects the Increment Bucket and Decrement Bucket agent actions for drivers, equipment, and power units. If the checkbox is selected and the Increment agent actions are run, then the automatic association is made. Conversely, if the Decrement agent actions are run, then the association is ended. This checkbox is not available when the Total checkbox is selected.

Child Bucket Types

This section is visible if the Total checkbox is selected. It tracks child buckets associated with a totals bucket.

1. Enter a Bucket Type ID.
2. Enter a Sequence Number.
3. Select Save for each bucket type you define.
4. Select Finished.