Desired Custom Field In Purchase Information, Since API Search Is Not Working In Our Case

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Introduction

As a user of part-DB, we have been utilizing its features to manage our components and their associated information. However, we have encountered a problem that has hindered our ability to efficiently search for components using the API. In this article, we will discuss the issue and propose a solution to add a custom field to the Purchase Information, which will enable us to search for components using the API.

The Problem

We have been using part-DB to manage our components, and our approach has been to create a part-dB component with a Manufacturer Part Number (MPN) that includes a pattern. This pattern allows us to match any component that meets the specified criteria. For example, we have created a component with the MPN "CRCW08050000Z0E**", where the "**" represents any characters that match the pattern.

However, when we add the Purchase Information, we encounter a problem. We need to add an additional field with the MPN, which in this case would be "CRCW08050000Z0EAC". This is because the last two characters of the MPN can be different, as long as they match the pattern.

Current Workaround

To overcome this issue, we have been using a workaround. We add the extra information to the Supplier Part Number using a pattern, like this: "541-4125-1-ND << CRCW08050000Z0EAC >>". However, this approach has its own set of problems. When we try to search for the component using the API, we cannot find it using the "supplierpartnr" parameter. We can only find it by using the "Search" box on the web interface.

Desired Solution

We believe that the best solution to this problem is to add a custom field to the Purchase Information. This field would allow us to store the MPN in a separate field, which would enable us to search for components using the API.

Proposed Solution

We propose that part-DB adds a custom field to the Purchase Information, which would allow us to store the MPN in a separate field. This field would be called "MPN" and would be located in the Purchase Information section.

Benefits of the Proposed Solution

The proposed solution would have several benefits. Firstly, it would enable us to search for components using the API, which would improve the efficiency of our workflow. Secondly, it would allow us to store the MPN in a separate field, which would make it easier to manage and maintain our component information.

Implementation

To implement the proposed solution, we suggest the following steps:

  1. Add a new field to the Purchase Information section, called "MPN".
  2. Make the "MPN" field a required field, so that users are forced to enter the MPN when adding a new purchase information.
  3. Update the API to include the "MPN" field in the search results.
  4. Test the API to ensure that it is working correctly and that the "MPN" field is being returned in the search results.

Conclusion

In conclusion, we believe that adding a custom field to the Purchase Information is the best solution to the problem we are facing. This field would enable us to search for components using the API and would make it easier to manage and maintain our component information. We hope that part-DB will consider our proposal and implement the necessary changes to improve the efficiency of our workflow.

Additional Information

We would like to provide some additional information to support our proposal. We have attached a screenshot of the current Purchase Information section, which shows the existing fields. We have also attached a screenshot of the proposed "MPN" field, which would be added to the Purchase Information section.

Screenshots

[Insert screenshot of current Purchase Information section]

[Insert screenshot of proposed "MPN" field]

API Documentation

We would like to provide some additional information about the API documentation. We have attached a copy of the current API documentation, which includes the existing fields and parameters. We have also attached a copy of the proposed API documentation, which includes the new "MPN" field and parameters.

API Documentation (Current)

[Insert copy of current API documentation]

API Documentation (Proposed)

[Insert copy of proposed API documentation]

Conclusion

Introduction

In our previous article, we discussed the issue of not being able to search for components using the API due to the lack of a custom field in the Purchase Information section. We proposed a solution to add a custom field to the Purchase Information, which would enable us to search for components using the API. In this article, we will answer some frequently asked questions (FAQs) related to the proposed solution.

Q: What is the purpose of the custom field in the Purchase Information section?

A: The custom field in the Purchase Information section is intended to store the Manufacturer Part Number (MPN) of the component. This field would enable us to search for components using the API and would make it easier to manage and maintain our component information.

Q: Why is the custom field necessary?

A: The custom field is necessary because the existing fields in the Purchase Information section do not allow us to store the MPN in a separate field. This makes it difficult to search for components using the API and can lead to errors in our workflow.

Q: How would the custom field be implemented?

A: The custom field would be implemented by adding a new field to the Purchase Information section, called "MPN". This field would be a required field, so that users are forced to enter the MPN when adding a new purchase information. The API would also be updated to include the "MPN" field in the search results.

Q: What are the benefits of the custom field?

A: The benefits of the custom field include:

  • Enabling us to search for components using the API
  • Making it easier to manage and maintain our component information
  • Reducing errors in our workflow

Q: How would the custom field affect our workflow?

A: The custom field would affect our workflow by making it easier to search for components using the API. This would save us time and reduce errors in our workflow.

Q: What are the potential issues with the custom field?

A: The potential issues with the custom field include:

  • Additional complexity in the API
  • Potential errors in the implementation of the custom field
  • Potential impact on existing workflows

Q: How would the custom field be tested?

A: The custom field would be tested by:

  • Creating a new purchase information with the custom field
  • Searching for components using the API with the custom field
  • Verifying that the custom field is returned in the search results

Q: What is the timeline for implementing the custom field?

A: The timeline for implementing the custom field would depend on the complexity of the implementation and the resources available. However, we estimate that the implementation would take several weeks to several months.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the custom field in the Purchase Information section is a necessary feature that would enable us to search for components using the API and make it easier to manage and maintain our component information. We believe that the benefits of the custom field outweigh the potential issues and that it would be a valuable addition to the part-DB system.

Additional Information

We would like to provide some additional information to support our proposal. We have attached a screenshot of the current Purchase Information section, which shows the existing fields. We have also attached a screenshot of the proposed "MPN" field, which would be added to the Purchase Information section.

Screenshots

[Insert screenshot of current Purchase Information section]

[Insert screenshot of proposed "MPN" field]

API Documentation

We would like to provide some additional information about the API documentation. We have attached a copy of the current API documentation, which includes the existing fields and parameters. We have also attached a copy of the proposed API documentation, which includes the new "MPN" field and parameters.

API Documentation (Current)

[Insert copy of current API documentation]

API Documentation (Proposed)

[Insert copy of proposed API documentation]

Conclusion

In conclusion, we believe that the custom field in the Purchase Information section is a necessary feature that would enable us to search for components using the API and make it easier to manage and maintain our component information. We hope that part-DB will consider our proposal and implement the necessary changes to improve the efficiency of our workflow.