Update work item attribute - Workflow Toolbox

The Update work item attribute toolbox item allows you to update fields and attributes related to a work item.

Pre-requisites

Work item ID To use Update work item attribute you will need to have captured the work item ID of the work item for which you want to update. 
Variables Any of the fields on the configuration that show this icon will allow you to insert a variable into the text. Before you set these fields you will need to have set up your variable on the data tab and retrieved and inserted the information you want to use into the variable.
Step To use this item form the toolbox you will need to have a step on your canvas into which to drag it

Configuring Update work item attribute

  1. Click on the toolbox tab of your workflow canvas.
  2. Select the Update work item attribute option and drag it onto the step where you want to place it.
  3. Click on the Update work item attribute you have dragged onto the canvas to add to the configuration.
  4. Enter the configuration for the toolbox item.
Action Name Give the action a name detailing what data is being updated.
Work item ID The ID of the work item you wish to update.
Attribute: 
Type, Form, Field

If Type: Form Field is selected, you can select the relevant Form and Field that you wish to update from the drop-down lists.

(Advanced Option) If Type: Manual Attribute is selected, you can type the system name of the attribute into the Field box.

Value: 
New value variable
Or new value

There are 2 options for values in which to update this field/attribute:

  • New value variable - use a variable that you have configured.
  • Or new value - type the new value in manually, optionally this can be accompanied by variables by using the icon.