The Parameters tab is used to pass information to the RTP. The information is passed in the form of values to be substituted for parameters that are used by the map at run time. The parameters are originally created in an Assignment rule command. A parameter can be a field in a record, a memory variable, or a system variable. ECMap allows you to use up to 20 such parameters. On the Parameters tab, you specify the values to be substituted for parameters in this instance of running this particular map.
By imbedding parameters in a map, rather than actual values, you can use the same map for different trading partners or different purposes. For example, you might use a parameter for the directory location of a file that you read or write in the map. Or, the map may serve dual purposes, and you could pass in a flag that specifies the purpose of the map.
Entering a parameter value
Highlight a parameter and select the right arrow
The Runmap window displays.
Enter the value for the parameter and select OK.
You return to the Run Inbound Map window, and the value you entered displays across from the parameter for which it will be substituted at run time.
Modifying a parameter value
Highlight the value and select Edit.
The Runmap window displays with the current value of the parameter displayed in the text box.
Edit the value and select OK.
You return to the Run Inbound Map window, and the modified value displays.
Deleting a parameter value
Highlight the value and select Delete.
The value is removed from the Run Inbound Map window.
