21 Rename Data Block

This topic provides systematic instructions to rename the Data Block and Block field.

1. Right-click on the data block to be renamed and select the Rename option from the right-click menu.
2. Or click on the Rename icon on the top right portion of the data block screen to rename the Data Block.
   Renaming of data block will also rename all the references to the data block. For Example: Summary data block if renamed will reflect in the summary node also

   Note:

   ODT will allow renaming the data block only if it is created in the same release. Data blocks created in any previous release cannot be renamed.
   The Block Properties screen displays to enter new clock name.

   Figure 21-1 Block Properties

   
   

   
   Description of "Figure 21-1 Block Properties"

   
   

   Renaming Of Block Field: The Block field can also be renamed provided it satisfied the condition above. The process is similar to the renaming of data source columns. All the references to the renamed block field will also be renamed. Since the renaming of data block or block fields is not allowed in later releases, it is advised to take proper care while designing data blocks for the screen.

   Note:

   All the units need to be regenerated after renaming a data block or a block field.