Use the Logic Builder

The Logic Builder is a utility that enables you to build a logical expression using operators, field attributes, values, and other parameters.

The Logic Builder becomes available when you are creating or modifying a rule. For example, in Performance Center, you might create a new Validation Rule in the Data Quality Monitor that requires a logical statement for a Cash Activity Check. 

To develop a logical expression:

1. Click Define.
   You see the Logic Builder. The condition IF appears in the Preview pane by default.
   
   

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2. Select a parenthesis from the drop-down list, if needed. The default is no parenthesis.

3. To include a field, place your cursor in the Field/Value cell and then select a field from the drop-down list. You can also type in the name of the field to bring up a suggested list of fields. Or, you can make a selection from the Fields pane. Enter text in the search cell to bring up a specific field or drill down through the available folders. Double-click the desired field. 
   You see the selected field name in the Field cell as well as in the Preview pane.

4. Enter an Operator from the drop-down list. Available operators are =, >, >=, <, <=, !=, IN, NOT IN, IN CODE, NOT IN CODE, LIKE, NOT LIKE, -, +,*, /, and ^.

5. To include a Value, select V from the Field/Value drop-down list, and enter a value in the text box.

6. To generate a second line, click the Add icon.

   You see a new line.

7. Select a Condition from the drop-down list.  Available conditions are IF, THEN, ELSE, END IF, AND, OR. The default is IF.

8. Select Parenthesis, Field/Value, and Operators as needed.

9. Click Save to save your work without closing the window so you can continue working on the expression.

10. When you have completed building your logical statement, click Save & Close to save your work and close the window.
    You are returned to your original operation. You see the new expression in the field.