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Update unit of measure when a part is replaced in PartUsageLink

Update unit of measure when a part is replaced in PartUsageLink

Status: New Idea Submitted by 1-Newbie on ‎Aug 27, 2021 02:34 AM
2 Comments (2 New)

When a WTPart is added to a bom structure, the unit in usage link (Part usage attribute) is set same as default unit of WTPart. But if the WTPart is replaced, the unit continues to be the older one, instead of replacing unit as per the new WTPart. 

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However, for a single part replacement, the issue is addressed by using a preference setting. But if the user choose to replace part using mass replace functionality, there is no alternative in the system to replace the unit in bulk when a Part is replaced in multiple bom structures. 

 

The attachment has the detailed steps of issue and mass replace functionality.

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2 Comments
Claude76FR
3-Visitor
3-Visitor
‎Sep 09, 2021 04:57 AM
‎Sep 09, 2021 04:57 AM

yes, agree, I've sent this issue to my IT but they have replied that they can't do anything, only ptc can solve it.

I hope that ptc will work on this issue!! It is very important! Thank you

JeffZemsky
17-Peridot
17-Peridot
‎Sep 10, 2021 08:10 AM
‎Sep 10, 2021 08:10 AM

It is important to note that the Unit of Measure is only meant to be a default and when working with a BOM the user can always update this.  A part Replaced using Replace with New/Existing as well as Alterante will maintain the Usagelink attributes.  The only place where an alternate Quantity/UoM is offered is in performing a replace with a Substitute. (as noted and that is exposed with the Preference Enable Quantity and Reference Designator for Substitute Parts)

 

In the future there are plans Alternates and Substitutes in Mass Change.