Define Derived Units from a Base Unit

Explanation

Use this activity to view the list of predefined or user-defined units derived from a selected base unit, or to enter new user-defined units that are derived from a selected base unit. This optional task is to be performed by a system administrator or equivalent person.

Prerequisites

This activity has the following prerequisites:

• For predefined base units, the Used in Application check box must be selected in the ISO Code Usage window. 
• User-defined base units must be exist in the Unit Relationships/Base window.

System Effects

As a result of this activity:

• If viewing derived units, all units derived from a selected base unit will be displayed. 
• If creating a user-defined unit, a new user-defined unit derived from the selected base unit will be created.

Window

Unit Relationships

Related Window Descriptions

Unit Relationships

Procedure

To perform this activity, follow these steps:

1. Open the Unit Relationships window and click the Derived tab.
2. In the Base Unit Code field, query for the base unit whose derived units you want to add to or view. The Unit Code field displays all units derived from the selected base unit and the Factor field displays the conversion values for each of the derived units.
3. To enter a new derived unit for the base unit, click in the Unit Code field and create a new record.
4. In the Unit Code field, enter a unique name.
5. In the Description field, enter a description.
6. In the Factor field, accept the default of 1 or enter a new value.
7. Save the changes.