Pre-defined Java Functions

Pre-defined Java functions are available to assist with calculation creation.  You can use these Java functions in the math section of rule configuration.  

 

Note:  View the V9 XML Configuration topic in this help system for a list of available Java functions.  The Java functions are located in Transaction Rule | Transaction Elements | Math Elements | Function.  

 

Steps to Use a Pre-defined Java Function

  1. Check-out the rule you want to use a Java function in.

  2. Open the Math pane.

  3. From the Palette window, scroll down to the folder labeled rule and drag and drop Function onto the Configuration Area.

 

Note:  If you do not see the Palette window on the screen, you can open it by selecting Open Search Palette Window from the Window option on the main menu.

 

  1. Enter a name for the new math variable.

  2. Click the Data type field to select a data type from the drop down box.

  3. Select Log or Round if necessary.

  4. In the Call text box, type the function and its parameters.  

  5. Check-in the rule to save the changes to the database.

 

Java function listed on Math tab of transaction