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How to Create a Selector Attribute

  • March 4, 2026
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Hi All,

We are trying to create an attribute using the Selector control type for the BOX ID field on the Boxes screen. We know the Box ID field lives on CSBox DAC, however, when we select CSBox as a Schema Object, Box ID does not show as an available schema field to choose. We are on 25R2 and have created a selector attribute before, any thoughts on why box Id field does not show? Anything special with this DAC or field?

Thanks!

 

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Jhon Reeve Penuela
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Hi ​@jzhu . I also encounter that. I tried it on others, maybe it will help you.

 

Jhon Reeve
    Dipak Nilkanth
    Pro III
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    Hi ​@jzhu , You can also use the PX.Objects.IN.INItemBox as a schema object and schema field as a BOXID to get the Box Id from Boxes(CS207600) screen.
     

    Attributes screen
    UDF
    Boxes

     

    Dipak Nilkanth || 2X MVP @2025 & 2026 || https://www.linkedin.com/in/dipak-nilkanth-293591102 || Acumatica Developer
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      • jzhu
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      • Semi-Pro III
      • March 5, 2026

      Hi ​@Dipak Nilkanth We were able to use INItemBox, however the end goal is to add this attribute to item classes. This attribute does not show on the item class attribute tab as an option. Any thoughts on that?

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      • jzhu
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      • Semi-Pro III
      • March 5, 2026

      ​@Jhon Reeve Penuela Thank you! I was able to create a selector attribute using that DAC as well but looks like also can’t add it to the item class attributes tab. I’m open to any other suggestions!

       

      Dipak Nilkanth
      Pro III
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      Hi ​@jzhu,
      Selector-type attributes can sometimes be limiting because they only allow you to reference specific screens. As an alternative, you could use a Combo-type attribute. This would allow you to link the values to Item Classes through the attribute. However, it’s not the most ideal solution since it requires manual maintenance, but it can serve as a workable alternative.

      Dipak Nilkanth || 2X MVP @2025 & 2026 || https://www.linkedin.com/in/dipak-nilkanth-293591102 || Acumatica Developer
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