Adding a new trait to an animal and measurement option is not available

Adding a new trait to an animal and measurement option is not available

When adding a new trait to an animal and the measurement option is not available.

Step 1. Go to Setup > Performance > Traits.

Step 2. Select the relevant trait, then click the Edit button.

Step 3. Make sure one of the Live Data Entry/Import Options is ticked.

  • SB Index: For recording traits that will have a value between 1 and 10.
    Values for traits using this option must be a whole number, and cannot contain letters.

  • Value (measured): For recording traits that are measured (e.g. cm, mm), such as Hip Height or Scrotal Circumference.
    Values for traits using this option can contain any numerical value, and cannot contain letters.

  • Score: For recording traits that may not always have a purely numerical value, e.g. A+.

  • Values for traits using this option can contain up to 5 characters (numerical, letters or symbols).



 

Click the OK button to save changes.

You should now be able to add data for this trait through Live Entry or import from a file.


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