How To : Setting up Formula

Formulas are used to show summary information in timecard factboxes. Formulas are specified in the Timecard templates.
Formulas are build up in 3 levels:

• The Formula is the highest level and combines Formula Elements. You can use multiple Formula Elements in a formula, the outcome of each formula element is added to the next one. All other types of calculations are made in the formula element.
  • Formula Elements Add work types, filters or expressions in Formula Elements to further specify the formula source.
    • Formula Source is the basic element of the formulas and is linked to a specific field from the Timeline table.

Setting up a Formula:

1. In the Search box, type Formula.
2. Select Formula to open the list of available formulas.
3. Select New to create new formula or Edit to open a code for modifications.
4. Enter a code and description for the formula.
5. Typically, you must enter values for the fields in the following table.

Field	Description
Short Description	Enter a short description for the formula.
Element	Specify the formula element with the formula.

6. Use the Status field to change the status for the formula.

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