7.2.2.1 Configuring Data Entry

You can create new records or update existing entries by manually entering information in the UI.

Forms Definitions define the structure, tables, and attributes for data entry and are managed and approved through the Forms Definition Summary Page. After approval, the definition becomes available in the Data Entry list, where users can select tables and attributes to enter or update corresponding data.

To configure the Data Entry definition, enter the details in the following sequence.

• Details
• Entities
• Attributes
• User Security

1. Select Data Entry in Create New Form Definition page and enter the required details.
2. Enter the following details:
   • Code - Unique form code. This value is auto-generated.
   • Name - Enter the name. You can enter between 3 to 100 characters. Only alphabets, numbers, spaces, and underscores are allowed.
   • Description - Enter the form description. You can enter between 3 to 100 characters. Only alphabets, numbers, spaces, and underscores are allowed.
3. Click Continue to access the Entities tab or Save to store as draft.
   Related Links

   • User Role Mapping and Access Rights
   • Create an Action for DMI
   • Managing Form Definitions