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KB0657669

Unable to enforce uniqueness for fields which require it in cmdb_ci extended tables


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Description

Administrators are unable to set Unique flag for fields in cmdb_ci extended tables like Asset and Server tables.

 

Steps to Reproduce

 

1 - Login as administrator.
2 - Open any configuration item form for example from Asset or Server CMDB tables.
3 - Right click on a field in  and configure the dictionary.
4 - Configure the form layout and add the Unique field.

Observe the Unique field is read-only and can not be activated.
 
 

Workaround

The Unique constraint is not available on cmdb_ci extended tables in the current releases. This has been identified as a possible future product enhancement.

 


Related Problem: PRB654217

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