Sepasoft 3.81.8 RC2 Release Candidate Release Notes

CURRENT RELEASE
MES Platform 3.0
Production Module
Batch Procedure Module
OEE Downtime Module
Track & Trace Module
Statistical Process Control Module
Settings & Changeover Module (Formerly Recipe & Changeover)
Document Management Module
Sepasoft Business Connector Suite
Sepasoft Business Connector Module
Web Services Module
Interface for SAP ERP Module
MES Utility Modules
Instrument Interface Module
Barcode Scanner Module
Production Simulator Module
PRIOR 3.81.X RC RELEASES

 

MES Platform 3.0

Production Module

 

RevPlatformModuleChange LogChange Type
3.81.8 RC2MES 3.0ProductionNo updates for this module in this RC.

 

Batch Procedure Module

RevPlatformModuleChange LogChange Type
3.81.8 RC2MES 3.0Batch ProceduresetParamKind will not change the parameter kind after it has been created but will not throw an exception to keep existing scripts working.Fixed
3.81.8 RC2MES 3.0Batch ProcedureIssue with synced parameters not being updated in phases when transitioning to running state.Fixed
3.81.8 RC2MES 3.0Batch ProcedureIssue causing Operation parameters to not be able to be referenced from a different UP/operation.Fixed
3.81.8 RC2MES 3.0Batch ProcedureIssue preventing steps from being able to be moved in Batch Recipe Monitor.Fixed
3.81.8 RC2MES 3.0Batch ProcedureIssue causing colors/state from previously selected recipe to persist when changing to a different recipe in Batch Recipe Monitor.Fixed
3.81.8 RC2MES 3.0Batch ProcedureIssue causing phases that are faulted to not be colored correctly in the Batch Recipe Monitor.Fixed
3.81.8 RC2MES 3.0Batch ProcedureIssue causing users unable to set min/max value using the UI for date type params.Fixed
3.81.8 RC2MES 3.0Batch Procedure BatchPhaseManager to always show the “expand” button for Phase Classes in the list.Changed
3.81.8 RC2MES 3.0Batch ProcedureLogic to remember pageSize selection in the BatchList component.Added
3.81.8 RC2MES 3.0Batch ProcedureMore default pageSize options to MESTreeTable.Added
3.81.8 RC2MES 3.0Batch ProcedureQuantity check when Bypass_Quantity_Check is set to False.Added
3.81.8 RC2MES 3.0Batch ProcedureMin/MaxValue values to getBatchBOM and getRecipeBOM script methods.Added
3.81.8 RC2MES 3.0Batch ProcedureLogic to enforce min/max value when setting values using setBatchBOM.Added

 

OEE Downtime Module

RevPlatformModuleChange LogChange Type
3.81.8 RC2MES 3.0OEE DowntimeIssue preventing labels from displaying on MES Schedule View fields.Fixed

 

Track & Trace Module

RevPlatformModuleChange LogChange Type
3.81.8 RC2MES 3.0Track & TraceNo updates for this module in this RC.

 

Statistical Process Control Module

RevPlatformModuleChange LogChange Type
3.81.8 RC2MES 3.0SPCNo updates for this module in this RC.

Settings & Changeover Module (Formerly Recipe & Changeover)

RevPlatformModuleChange LogChange Type
3.81.8 RC2MES 3.0Settings & ChangeoverNo updates for this module in this RC.

 

Document Management Module

RevPlatformModuleChange LogChange Type
3.81.8 RC2MES 3.0Document ManagementNo updates for this module in this RC.

 

Sepasoft Business Connector Suite

Sepasoft Business Connector Module

RevPlatformModuleChange LogChange Type
3.81.8 RC2Business Connector and Web ServicesBusiness ConnectorNo updates for this module in this RC.

 

Web Services Module

RevPlatformModuleChange LogChange Type
3.81.8 RC2Business Connector and Web ServicesWeb ServicesNo updates for this module in this RC.

 

Interface for SAP ERP Module

RevPlatformModuleChange LogChange Type
3.81.8 RC2Business Connector and Web ServicesInterface for SAP ERPNo updates for this module in this RC.

 

MES Utility Modules

Instrument Interface Module

RevPlatformModuleChange LogChange Type
3.81.8 RC2MES UtilityInstrument InterfaceNo updates for this module in this RC.

 

Barcode Scanner Module

RevPlatformModuleChange LogChange Type
3.81.8 RC2MES UtilityBarcode ScannerNo updates for this module in this RC.

 

Production Simulator Module

RevPlatformModuleChange LogChange Type
3.81.8 RC2MES UtilityProduction SimulatorNo updates for this module in this RC.

Sepasoft 3.81.8 RC1 Release Candidate Release Notes

MES Platform 3.0
Production Module
Batch Procedure Module
OEE Downtime Module
Track & Trace Module
Statistical Process Control Module
Settings & Changeover Module (Formerly Recipe & Changeover)
Document Management Module
Sepasoft Business Connector Suite
Sepasoft Business Connector Module
Web Services Module
Interface for SAP ERP Module
MES Utility Modules
Instrument Interface Module
Barcode Scanner Module
Production Simulator Module

 

MES Platform 3.0

Production Module

 

RevPlatformModuleChange LogChange Type
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0ProductionPERSPECTIVE-Confirmation dialog to prevent loss of unsaved changes to perspective components.Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0ProductionPERSPECTIVE-Editing an inherited default setpoint definition on child equipment no longer damages the parent’s definition.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0ProductionPERSPECTIVE-Inherited default setpoint definitions can no longer have their names altered on child equipment.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0ProductionPERSPECTIVE-The Perspective Equipment Manager now handles default value assignments for Settings and Changeover Setpoint definitions, similarly to the Vision Recipe Tree Editor.New Feature
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0ProductionPERSPECTIVE-The Perspective Equipment Manager now handles Settings and Changeover setpoint security definitions, similarly to the Vision Recipe Tree Editor.New Feature
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0ProductionPERSPECTIVE-The Perspective Equipment Manager has a new “requireChangeNote” property. Setting this to true will require users to enter a change note (which will appear as an input field) in the SCO Setpoint security editing view as well as the SCO Setpoint definition editing view. An invalid change note will prevent saving. The SCO Setpoint definition editing view will only ask for a Change Note if the default-value field is altered.New Feature
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0ProductionPERSPECTIVE-The Settings and Changeover (Master/Descendant Settings) Tree Editor has been implemented.New Feature
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0ProductionPERSPECTIVE-Added task routing functionality to Gateway scoped MES script functions.Improvement

 

Batch Procedure Module

RevPlatformModuleChange LogChange Type
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureBatch scripts are now only available if the module is installed.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureAn issue in the Batch Recipe Editor that was preventing users from referencing parameters added to a Unit Procedure or Operation in a Transition expression.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureAn issue causing incorrect logicOrder to be set on steps when using nested AND_BEGIN/END steps in a recipe.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureIssue causing some dialogs and dropdowns to not be displayed in the “minimized” version of the Batch Message List component.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureAn issue causing an exception to sometimes be thrown when restarting a Held Batch after restart.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureIssue of phase UDT instances not being created when phase is added to parent Unit Class.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureBatch recipe scripting methods which stated certain parameters were optional to be actually optional.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureIllegalArgumentException being thrown when Production is restarted before Preallocate Resources phase starts.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureTransition expression grouping fixed for expressions like (Condition1 AND Condition2) OR (Condition1 AND Condition3). Expression grouping shows in Batch Monitor and Batch Controller.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureIssue preventing recipes from being saved before paths are added on Set Parameter and Value Prompt phases.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureAn issue causing some built-in enums to not be created on startup.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProceduregetBatchBOM script function not reflecting values from setBatchBOM function immediately.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureIssue when recording trace data with new Sub Parameters in an Operation.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureThe issue of unit procedures not executing when they follow a Or Begin element.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureIssue causing an incorrect default minValue to be set for Double and Float data type parameters on a BatchPhase when the user leaves them undefined.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureAn issue causing units list to not update when selecting a different recipe.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureIssue causing newly added sub-params able to be deleted in the BatchPhaseManager edit view.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureIssue in Recipe Monitor causing Transition_Expression to sometimes show “Invalid parameter value”.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureLot availability status not being updated when zero lot quantity remains when using the recordOperation and modifyOperation script functions.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureIssue preventing changing of the lot status once initially set using the recordOperation or modifyOperation script functions.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedurePrevent errors when auto creating supplemental equipment or manifests with system.mes.trace.recordOperation.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureLogic for reducing/simplifying Batch Parameter paths when viewed in the Batch Recipe Editor or Batch Recipe Monitor.Improved
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureRecording trace information during a loopback if a phase has resource allocations.Improved
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureLogic to prevent renaming/deleting of certain built-in enums.Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedurePre-allocation phase to work with the new data type of Material_In.Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureUnit_Quantity parameter to the unit procedure phase and consider its value during allocation. This solves the problem of receiving messages that units don’t have enough capacity messages.Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureLogic to check if stepNames in unitAssignments are valid stepNames in the recipe when creating a BatchQueueEntry using the “addEntry” script method.Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureMore recipe validation for the preallocate resources phase to prevent illegal use.Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureA message will now be displayed on the Batch Unit Manager component when a process cell cannot be determined, due to multiple process cells, or if there are no process cells defined in the environment.Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureequipmentFilter property to BatchList and BatchSelector components.Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureBOM capability for recipes and batches.Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureSub-parameter viewing/editing capabilities to Batch components (Batch Phase Manager, Batch List, Batch Recipe Editor, Batch Controller, Batch Recipe Monitor).Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureAbility to add an “”empty”” option to enum definitions.Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureMissing script documentation for enum script methods.Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProceduregetDefinition(String name) and getDefinitionLink(String name) script methods for more convenience.Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureNew data types for material and supplemental allocations and T&T integration.Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch Procedure“batchType” component property to control which “”batchType”” is returned in the BatchSelector list (Active or Executed).Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch Procedure“maxResults” component property to limit number of batches that can be displayed in the BatchSelector.Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch Procedure“beginDateTime” component property to limit BatchSelector list to only include Executed batches that have a recently modified timestamp after the specified date/time.Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch Procedure“endDateTime” component property to limit BatchSelector list to only include Executed batches that have a recently modified timestamp before the specified date/time.Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch Procedure“placeholderText” component property to control the text displayed in the BatchSelector when the input field is empty.Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch Procedure“inputLabel” component property to specify the label text for the BatchSelector input field.Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch Procedure“system.mes.batch.queue.getExecutedBatchIDs” script method for getting a list of Batch IDs for batches that have already been executed and removed from the Batch Queue.Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch Procedure“viewMode” property to BatchList component which is used to determine which mode to run the component in and determines which type of batches to display (Local or Remote).Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureprocessCell dropdown to BatchList edit view to specify what processCell the batch should be created for.Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureAbility to create Batches from an Enterprise server to be synced down to a Site server.Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureLogic to show errors next to required fields if they are blank when saving on the BatchListEditView.Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureTo require Record_Trace to be set to True if a lot could not be assigned on the first attempt during preallocation.Updated
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureDefault valueSource for Material_In/Out and Supplemental_Equipment sub-parameters.Updated
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch Proceduresystem.mes.batch.queue.setBatchBOM script method to throw an exception when attempting to change the value of param(s) that do not have a value source of “Recipe” or “Recipe and Execution”.Updated
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProceduresetBatchBOM script method to ignore “None” values so current values are not overwritten.Updated
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureLot_Equipment and Lot_Manifest sub-params to allow freeform entry.Updated
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureThe starting width of Name & Value columns to 500px for Param Settings tables in BatchList and Recipe Editor components.Updated
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureMade it so OEE Material Manager is available to be used as a perspective component as long as one of OEE, Batch, or the Track&Trace modules is installed.Updated
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureMade it so the “Production Settings” view of the OEE Material Manager cannot be accessed if the OEE module is not installed.Updated
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch Procedure“Message too large” link to a permalink.Updated
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureBatch Recipe Monitor side panel so parameter names and their values are more easily distinguishable.Updated
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureRenamed getEnumOptionOrdinal script method to getOptionOrdinal to match other enum script methods.Updated
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureBatchSelector perspective component to use Autocomplete.Updated
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureRe-enabled ability to add multiple process cells.Updated
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureTo allow consuming lots with zero or negative quantity when using the recordOperation or modifyOperation script functions.Updated
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureautoCreateLot to a default value to True when using the recordOperation or modifyOperation script functions.Updated
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch Procedure“createEntry” script method, the “addEntry” method should be used instead.Removed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Batch ProcedureUnable to reference phase parameters inside an operation that is prior to the unit procedure/operation that the phase parameter is in.Known Issue

 

OEE Downtime Module

RevPlatformModuleChange LogChange Type
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0OEE DowntimePERSPECTIVE-Confirmation dialog to prevent loss of unsaved changes to perspective components.Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0OEE DowntimePERSPECTIVE-SPC Charts no longer mess up the MES Object Selector styling.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0OEE DowntimePERSPECTIVE-Editing an inherited default setpoint definition on child equipment no longer damages the parent’s definition.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0OEE DowntimePERSPECTIVE-Inherited default setpoint definitions can no longer have their names altered on child equipment.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0OEE DowntimePERSPECTIVE-The Perspective Equipment Manager now handles SCO setpoint security definitions, similarly to the Vision Recipe Tree Editor.New Feature
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0OEE DowntimePERSPECTIVE-The Perspective Equipment Manager has a new “requireChangeNote” property. Setting this to true will require users to enter a change note (which will appear as an input field) in the SCO Setpoint security editing view as well as the SCO Setpoint definition editing view. An invalid change note will prevent saving. The SCO Setpoint definition editing view will only ask for a Change Note if the default-value field is alteredNew Feature
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0OEE DowntimePERSPECTIVE-Added task routing functionality to Gateway scoped MES script functions.Improvement

 

Track & Trace Module

RevPlatformModuleChange LogChange Type
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Track & TraceLot availability status not being updated when zero lot quantity remains when using the recordOperation and modifyOperation script functions.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Track & TraceIssue preventing changing of the lot status once initially set using the recordOperation or modifyOperation script functions.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Track & TracePrevent errors when auto creating supplemental equipment or manifests with system.mes.trace.recordOperation.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Track & TraceTo allow consuming lots with zero or negative quantity when using the recordOperation or modifyOperation script functions.Updated
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Track & TraceautoCreateLot to a default value to True when using the recordOperation or modifyOperation script functions.Updated

 

Statistical Process Control Module

RevPlatformModuleChange LogChange Type
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0SPCPERSPECTIVE-Chart shows attribute and units on Y-Axis for C, NP, P, U, Median, XbarR, XbarS, Histogram, Box and Whisker, Process Cap, Process Perform, PCP, and Moving Range charts.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0SPCPERSPECTIVE-Date row is no longer shown when showTable is false.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0SPCPERSPECTIVE-Pareto chart reorders data after taking weight into account.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0SPCPERSPECTIVE-Look of Pareto chart, responsiveness to changing properties.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0SPCThe SPC Individual Chart will no longer spawn Gateway warnings when it is open.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0SPCPERSPECTIVE-SPC Charts no longer mess up the MES Object Selector styling.Fixed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0SPCPERSPECTIVE- Property to toggle showing units on Y-Axis label for C, NP, P, U, Median, XbarR, XbarS, Histogram, Box and Whisker, Process Cap, Process Perform, PCP, and Moving Range charts.Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0SPCPERSPECTIVE- New styles for Perspective SPC Charts.Added
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0SPCPERSPECTIVE- Scroll bar when table is hidden, showing entire chart at once for C, NP, P, U, Median, XbarR, XbarS, Histogram, Box and Whisker, Process Cap, Process Perform, PCP, and Moving Range charts.Removed
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0SPCPERSPECTIVE- Properties on SPC Charts that did nothing.Removed

Settings & Changeover Module (Formerly Recipe & Changeover)

RevPlatformModuleChange LogChange Type
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Settings & ChangeoverPERSPECTIVE-The Settings and Changeover Variance Viewer has been implemented for Perspective.New Feature
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Settings & ChangeoverPERSPECTIVE-The Settings and Changeover Changelog Viewer has been implemented for Perspective.New Feature
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Settings & ChangeoverPERSPECTIVE-The Perspective Equipment Manager now handles default value assignments for Settings and Changeover Setpoint definitions, similarly to the Vision Recipe Tree Editor.New Feature
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Settings & ChangeoverPERSPECTIVE-The Settings and Changeover (Master/Descendant Settings) Tree Editor has been implemented.New Feature
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Settings & ChangeoverPERSPECTIVE-The Perspective Equipment Manager has a new “requireChangeNote” property. Setting this to true will require users to enter a change note (which will appear as an input field) in the SCO Setpoint security editing view as well as the SCO Setpoint definition editing view. An invalid change note will prevent saving. The SCO Setpoint definition editing view will only ask for a Change Note if the default-value field is altered.New Feature
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Settings & ChangeoverWhen applying a settings import, if the xml has a path that contains parents (I.E. <path>Master Setting\Descendant Setting</path>) that path will be where the setting is updated/created. To apply the import to a different location, only include the setting name (I.E. <path>Descendant Setting</path>).Known Issue

 

Document Management Module

RevPlatformModuleChange LogChange Type
3.81.8 RC1MES 3.0Document ManagementNo updates for this module in this RC.

 

Sepasoft Business Connector Suite

Sepasoft Business Connector Module

RevPlatformModuleChange LogChange Type
3.81.8 RC1Business Connector and Web ServicesBusiness ConnectorNo updates for this module in this RC.

 

Web Services Module

RevPlatformModuleChange LogChange Type
3.81.8 RC1Business Connector and Web ServicesWeb ServicesNo updates for this module in this RC.

 

Interface for SAP ERP Module

RevPlatformModuleChange LogChange Type
3.81.8 RC1Business Connector and Web ServicesInterface for SAP ERPNo updates for this module in this RC.

 

MES Utility Modules

Instrument Interface Module

RevPlatformModuleChange LogChange Type
3.81.8 RC1MES UtilityInstrument InterfaceNo updates for this module in this RC.

 

Barcode Scanner Module

RevPlatformModuleChange LogChange Type
3.81.8 RC1MES UtilityBarcode ScannerNo updates for this module in this RC.

 

Production Simulator Module

RevPlatformModuleChange LogChange Type
3.81.8 RC1MES UtilityProduction SimulatorNo updates for this module in this RC.