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Write records as a Paltrack file: dispatch PO/RL, intake PI, stock PS, mates receipt MT, instruction DI/LI.
Add it to a process
In the process designer, open the Add step tab. Find Write PIPOPS file under Data › Convert, or type its name in the search box, and drag it onto the canvas.
Fields
| Field | Required | What it does |
|---|---|---|
| Records | Yes | A variable holding {file_type, header, records}; the batch trailer is worked out for you |
| Save in folder | No | The file is named the Paltrack way, e.g. PO999012.000. Leave blank to keep the text only |
| Receiver address | No | The last part of the file name; 000 is Paltrack's D2 hub Default: 000. |
| Variable | Yes | Gets text, file_name and path Default: pipops_file. |
| Line ending | No | crlf or lf Choices: Windows (CR LF), Unix (LF). Default: crlf. |
What it gives back
{pipops_file}– text, file_name and path
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