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Collecting Data: Maximo Automation Scripting

Troubleshooting


Problem

Collecting data for automation scripting problems with Maximo. Gathering this information before calling IBM support will help you with the troubleshooting process and save time analyzing the data.

Resolving The Problem

Maximo Automation Scripting specific Collecting Data information

This technote describes what information you need to begin troubleshooting a Maximo automation scripting issue.

*It is important to note that Scripts are considered custom code. Support does not engage in writing scripts or debugging of custom scripts. PMR's submitted that do not reflect a problem with the Application or MBO code provided by IBM may be closed as unsupported.

If you have not compiled the General information, Please see General Collecting Data document 1313647 and include that information.

The best resource for Automation Scripting examples and questions is the Maximo Community. 
1. From the Maximo Community - Maximo Scripting Document:
https://community.ibm.com/community/user/asset-facilities/viewdocument/scripting-with-maximo?CommunityKey=3d7261ae-48f7-481d-b675-a40eb407e0fd&tab=librarydocuments

2. Ask Developers and Business Partners scripting questions and examples: Maximo Forum

3. Maximo Scripting search: Your question(s) may already have been asked here.

https://community.ibm.com/community/user/search?executeSearch=true&SearchTerm=maximo%20scripting

If you feel the issue is not with your script, but reflects an issue with Maximo Code, please supply the following:

1. Please write a summary of the business case you are trying to implement.

2. In Logging Application turn on logging for Root Logger autoscript = DEBUG. You will be need to provide the log to support.

3. A copy of the script you have written. *If your script is complex, please be advised, you may be asked and should be able to provide a simple script to show the issue is Maximo and not your script code.

4. Screenshots of the Automation Script, the Launch Points and Variables.

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Document Information

Modified date:
19 April 2024

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