Output Data Type

The Output Data Type allows you to assign a data type to the Decision and Business Knowledge Model shapes.

The Output Data Type only applies to the Decision and Business Knowledge Model shapes.

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This will open a window where you will be able to define the output data. If you have already pre-defined data types, you will be able to select from the Existing Type drop-down menu.

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This information can then be placed in the outputs column of an associated decision table. Therefore, if the Output Data shape is associated to a decision shape, the data type assigned to it, will be available to be chosen from the New Output field in a decision table. It will also be available as a selection in a context decision table and function context.

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