Hi all,
I would like to assign an incrementor to a data element automatically each time an event is created in a repeatable stage. i.e., create a counter. Starting with ‘1’ and incrementing by 1 each time a new event is created. I know this can be done using a program rule, but I have no idea how to build it, so I am asking anyone from the community for a step-by-step guidance.
Thanks.
Hi @dmbantu!
One way to do it is by using the variable type “Data element from previous event”:
Create the variable
Create a rule that assigns “1” to the first event
Create a rule to assign the value for all the other events
I’m attaching a JSON file and you can test it on a play server.
There is probably other ways to create this rule but hope this gives you an idea.
metadata.json (21.6 KB)
Hi @nancyesp,
Both program rules work, but the first program rule is not triggered immediately.
For it to be triggered, I must click on the program stage after selecting the report date. Is there any problem?
Thanks
I believe it is just the workflow. The event must be “open” to run the rule.
Hi @dmbantu, sorry for the confusion.
I thought, the event didn’t have the “open” status but you are right, with auto-generated events it looks like the event is not updated until you double click on it. This doesn’t happen if the events are created manually rather than automatically.
I suggest to open a jira ticket.
