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Release Notes 10.2.2

Operating Manual

11/2017 V 10.2.2A5E37082755-AC

New functions 1Corrected errors or changed behavior 2

Discontinuations 3

Known Issues 4

Changes following deadline 5

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1 New functions...............................................................................................................................................7

1.1 Release for operating systems and third-party software..........................................................7

1.2 COMOS 10.2............................................................................................................................71.2.1 Report......................................................................................................................................71.2.2 P&ID.........................................................................................................................................81.2.3 FEED........................................................................................................................................91.2.4 EI&C.........................................................................................................................................91.2.5 PDMS/E3D Engineering Interface..........................................................................................111.2.6 OpenPlant interface...............................................................................................................111.2.7 COMOS Walkinside...............................................................................................................111.2.8 Maintenance...........................................................................................................................121.2.9 Inspection...............................................................................................................................121.2.10 PQM.......................................................................................................................................131.2.11 Enterprise Server...................................................................................................................131.2.12 COMOS PDI...........................................................................................................................131.2.13 Platform..................................................................................................................................141.2.14 Mobile Solutions.....................................................................................................................151.2.15 Help........................................................................................................................................15

1.3 COMOS 10.2.1.......................................................................................................................161.3.1 Database................................................................................................................................161.3.2 Platform & Basic.....................................................................................................................171.3.3 Report....................................................................................................................................181.3.4 Generic Data Mapper.............................................................................................................191.3.5 EI&C.......................................................................................................................................191.3.6 FEED......................................................................................................................................201.3.7 P&ID.......................................................................................................................................201.3.8 MRO.......................................................................................................................................201.3.9 Mobile Solutions.....................................................................................................................211.3.10 PDMS.....................................................................................................................................211.3.11 PDI.........................................................................................................................................221.3.12 Walkinside .............................................................................................................................231.3.13 Database version...................................................................................................................24

1.4 COMOS 10.2.2.......................................................................................................................241.4.1 Frame setup...........................................................................................................................241.4.2 Kernel.....................................................................................................................................241.4.3 Platform..................................................................................................................................251.4.4 Administration: New index clusters........................................................................................261.4.5 Mobile Solutions.....................................................................................................................261.4.6 PDMS.....................................................................................................................................261.4.7 Operations..............................................................................................................................271.4.8 3D Integration.........................................................................................................................271.4.9 Automation.............................................................................................................................281.4.10 Report....................................................................................................................................281.4.11 Database................................................................................................................................29

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1.4.12 P&ID.......................................................................................................................................301.4.13 FEED......................................................................................................................................31

2 Corrected errors or changed behavior........................................................................................................33

2.1 COMOS 10.2..........................................................................................................................332.1.1 Compressing COMOS data...................................................................................................332.1.2 Change markings in reports...................................................................................................33

2.2 COMOS 10.2.1.......................................................................................................................332.2.1 Behavior of RTF text fields in reports.....................................................................................332.2.2 Administration: Language dependency of attribute-based filters...........................................34

2.3 COMOS 10.2.2.......................................................................................................................342.3.1 Text field on a report..............................................................................................................34

3 Discontinuations.........................................................................................................................................35

3.1 10.2.2.....................................................................................................................................353.1.1 P&ID.......................................................................................................................................353.1.2 FEED......................................................................................................................................35

3.2 Operating system...................................................................................................................35

3.3 LCODBC32.EXE....................................................................................................................36

3.4 Isometrics: ROHR2 export.....................................................................................................36

3.5 COMOS Mobile DocumentView.............................................................................................36

3.6 Sharepoint interface...............................................................................................................37

3.7 CVS and NewCVS.................................................................................................................37

3.8 COMOS.dll.............................................................................................................................37

3.9 Discontinuations and functional limitations as of COMOS 10.2.0..........................................38

3.10 COMOS PlantModeler (CPM) as of COMOS 10.2.0..............................................................39

3.11 Advance announcement "Exporting reports to EMF" as of COMOS 10.2.0..........................40

3.12 COMOS Express/COMOS ME Designer as of COMOS 10.2.0.............................................40

4 Known Issues ............................................................................................................................................41

4.1 10.2.2.....................................................................................................................................414.1.1 Restrictions for Excel interfaces due to MS security updates................................................414.1.2 Mobile Solutions.....................................................................................................................414.1.3 Operations..............................................................................................................................424.1.4 Basic......................................................................................................................................434.1.5 COMOS Help.........................................................................................................................434.1.6 Frame setup...........................................................................................................................444.1.7 Pipespec................................................................................................................................444.1.8 FEED......................................................................................................................................444.1.9 P&ID.......................................................................................................................................45

4.2 Uninstallation of the Teamcenter interface.............................................................................45

4.3 Compressing database..........................................................................................................45

4.4 "Update assemblies" tool.......................................................................................................45

4.5 Copying AutoLoops................................................................................................................46

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4.6 HTML help system.................................................................................................................46

4.7 Construction of a bypass for pipes with special direction.......................................................46

4.8 Zoom function in redlining documents...................................................................................47

4.9 Installing .Net Framework......................................................................................................47

4.10 Export polyline to AutoCAD....................................................................................................48

4.11 Setup Browser under Microsoft Edge....................................................................................48

4.12 noxieFolder............................................................................................................................48

4.13 New calculation method for *-revisions..................................................................................49

4.14 Administration: Required versions of CLS and RLS..............................................................49

4.15 Administration: Increasing the document version..................................................................50

4.16 Administration: Font for display of attributes..........................................................................50

4.17 Administration: Copying the base project...............................................................................51

4.18 Administration: Editing the "IsRequest" property on Device..................................................51

4.19 Troubleshooting of excessive GDI resource consumption.....................................................52

4.20 ElementName Z.....................................................................................................................52

4.21 Interfaces: CDI.......................................................................................................................52

4.22 Interfaces: "Export reports to EMF"........................................................................................53

4.23 GSD interface.........................................................................................................................53

4.24 Word export............................................................................................................................53

4.25 Report templates dependent on working layers.....................................................................54

4.26 Shutdown...............................................................................................................................54

4.27 MRO.......................................................................................................................................54

4.28 Integrated Engineering...........................................................................................................54

4.29 Collisions in connection with Updateability function...............................................................55

5 Changes following deadline........................................................................................................................57

5.1 Introduction............................................................................................................................57

5.2 COMOS Platform...................................................................................................................575.2.1 Administration........................................................................................................................575.2.2 Operation...............................................................................................................................595.2.3 Class documentation TcIntegrator_dll....................................................................................60

5.3 COMOS Automation..............................................................................................................63

5.4 COMOS Process....................................................................................................................635.4.1 FEED......................................................................................................................................635.4.2 P&ID.......................................................................................................................................635.4.3 Data Flow Manager................................................................................................................645.4.3.1 Objective and general conditions of the Data Flow Manager.................................................645.4.3.2 Overview of using the Data Flow Manager............................................................................655.4.3.3 Using data break flags and data break objects......................................................................66

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5.4.3.4 Preview of the data flow on the report....................................................................................685.4.3.5 Administration........................................................................................................................70

5.5 COMOS Lifecycle...................................................................................................................735.5.1 PDMS/E3D Engineering Interface Navigating........................................................................73

5.6 COMOS Operations...............................................................................................................74

5.7 COMOS Mobile Solutions......................................................................................................745.7.1 COMOS Web can be used in Microsoft Edge........................................................................745.7.2 Using task management with cDB.........................................................................................74

5.8 iDB.........................................................................................................................................75

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New functions 11.1 Release for operating systems and third-party software

You can find additional information on this topic in the "Installation and Configuration" manual, keyword "Compatibility matrix".

See also chapter Installing .Net Framework (Page 47).

1.2 COMOS 10.2

1.2.1 Report● Extended shortcut keys available on the report: Ctrl+Z, Ctrl+Y, Ctrl+Arrow left, Ctrl+Arrow

right

● Report templates and scripts now have a separate, consistent uniform management

● Dynamic formatting of texts in memo fields - also across several pages

● The representation for views, printing and exporting can now be set separately for the document levels

● PDF export now supports CID fonts

Revision rectangles

Analog to the interactive report, it is also possible at evaluating reports for changes compared to a previous revision to be represented by means of a rectangle. This ensures that the difference between inheritance and revision remains recognizable.

Improvement of navigation to intelligently exported PDFsAdditional references for a more intuitive PDF stand-alone navigation:DetailReference, AllMyReferences, ReferenceFromOwner, REFCHAIN, REFMASTER, ObjectReference (including all parameters)


1.2.2 P&ID

Renaming of the XMpLant interface and extension of the functional scope● In conformity with Fiatech XMpLant has been renamed to Proteus.

● For the search (on the basis of the ComponentClass) for existing base objects 10 start nodes can be specified for the Proteus import.

● Attributes are supported at XML Items.

● Proteus import and export use a mapping between COMOS attributes and RDL classes and URIs. On the basis of these references attribute values can be exchanged with the Proteus interface.

● So-called DependentAttributes are supported during a Proteus import and export. Texts and labels thus reference values of GenericAttributes.

Updated interfaces● P&IDs are exported and imported ISO 15926-compatible to Proteus (previously XMpLant)

3.3.3 and 3.6.0

● Design data are imported and exported from F.I.R.S.T. Conval 8 and 9

● Drawings are imported from Autodesk AutoCad file formats 2010 and 2013

● Drawings are imported from Adobe PDF file formats 1.4 and 1.6

Bulk changing of the color setting on the P&ID● The menu entry for the bulk changing of the color setting on the P&ID is now language-

dependent

● The selected color setting is now saved and is also active when the P&ID is not opened. A color legend shows the meaning of the colors in the document.

Miscellaneous● Sheet references for pipes can now be generated more comfortably through a new note-

and-connect technique. This allows existing pipes to be assigned to each other.

● Similarly to the docking of measurement functions to pipes, measurement functions can now also be connected to equipment and if necessary receive a connection piece and a process line.

● The P&ID disposes of a new functionality that checks whether components are drawn between pipes, pipe sections or pipe segments. The constellation on the P&ID is compared with the preset attribute "Cut mode". This means that the observance of the identification rules during planning can be ensured better.

● A new symbol catalog supports the symbols in the style of ISO 10628-2:2012

● It is now possible to hide the flow direction arrow of a pipe on the P&ID.

New functions1.2 COMOS 10.2


● The "Assign line types" plugin has been extended. Process lines can be pre-configured with standard line types and line widths.

● Filtering of units. Solely the relevant units can be selected at unit-specific attributes of the FEED and P&ID catalog tabs.

1.2.3 FEED

Extension of the case manager● The run cases are sorted alphabetically in the case manager user interface

● The case manager optionally takes subobjects into account

Miscellaneous● Limiting value for the molar fraction of imported material components. The user of FEED

simulation imports can specify limiting values for the molar fraction of material components to be imported. If the value drops below the limiting value, components are not imported.

● The Aspen import supports the usage of hierarchy levels in Aspen. The levels are dissolved during importing into a process unit.

● Bulk assignment of simulation objects to COMOS objects. The user interface for the assignment of simulation objects to COMOS planning objects has been extended by a button for bulk assignment.

● Extension of the ChemCad import. Values for Cp/Cv, pH-value and latent heat are now also imported from ChemCad.

● The user interface for the component grouping has been extended by a functionality that allows individual components to be removed from a group.

1.2.4 EI&C

Dynamic connector assignment● Uniform user interface with user guidance, consistency check and status window

● Available for all electrical devices

Generic Excel import● Use of templates; definition using drag-and-drop

● Expanded templates to cover many applications

● Use of engineering objects possible



● Efficient integration of supplier data and inheritances

● No programming effort required for the use of rules

Loop Assistant for industrial plants● Easy integration of inherited and supplied data from industrial plant projects

● Import of pre-configured Excel templates

● Integration of inherited loop lists

● Rule definition via drag&drop

● Templates do not have to be fixed

● Usable with or without templates

GSD interface● Integration of object libraries from the automation

● Use of standardized GSD format for Profibus PA, HART and Foundation Fieldbus

● Workflow support from object selection to assignment

● Web download possible

SIMIT interface● Integration of SIMIT component interface descriptions according to COMOS

● Mapping for customer data model

● Export based on COMOS P&ID Report

● Fast and efficient creation of simulation models

● Direct integration with PCS 7 automation solution

Marshalling designer● Newly designed user interface

● Visualizes connection paths

● Better feedback for bulk functionalities

● Topology planning for detailed cabling



1.2.5 PDMS/E3D Engineering Interface

New user interface for representing and for interactive editing of a working area from the 3D model● Representation of the objects of the working area in a tree view

● Determining of inconsistencies between COMOS and 3D model. In particular reference to objects missing in COMOS

● Interactive creation of missing objects in COMOS

● Navigation between COMOS, PDMS/E3D and the working area

Extended communication between COMOS and PDMS/E3D● The network administration of the communication is much simpler and more efficient

● Several COMOS and PDMS/E3D instances can communicate with each other independently of each other

● Functions for supporting the SIEMENS security guidelines for network communication have been included

1.2.6 OpenPlant interface

Bentley COMOS Collaboration● Creating of Bentley i-models from COMOS P&ID graphics and process data

● User-configurable data export

● Data access to write-protected COMOS data in OpenPlant for 3D purposes

● Synchronizing of 2D and 3D contents with respect to data consistency

1.2.7 COMOS Walkinside

Oculus Rift● COMOS Walkinside HMD Support based on Oculus Rift 0.5 SDK

Status queries● Receive status queries from Walkinside

● Execute status queries and display the results with color highlighting in Walkinside



● Enables the review of all available status queries directly in Walkinside (engineering, order assignment, maintenance)

● Loading of status from the CSV directly into the 3D model

Quick search● Color marking of all quick search results

● Exclusive display of quick search results

SmartPlant 3D ● New builder in COMOS Walkinside - Creation of Walkinside projects based on SP3D data

● SAT and XML extracts from SP3D

● Geometry and attributes and system hierarchy

1.2.8 Maintenance

Usability improvements● Configurable life cycle structure nodes

● Easily configurable data handover and direct navigation from engineering object to operation object

"Network Diagram" plugin● Planning of dependencies in network diagrams

● Transparent visualization of sequences for identification of definition gaps

1.2.9 Inspection● Configurable user interface for input of test data in 3rd party software

● Export of test data series to an Excel file

● Validation of the reimported values



1.2.10 PQM

Document transfer tool: "Document transfer" plugin● Selection via drag&drop

● Export of documents with options: Revision or version, with or without checkout, as .zip or folder

● Print to a file with index or single document

1.2.11 Enterprise Server● Rescission of jobs

● Execution in working layers

● Logging and monitoring of jobs

● Increased data consistency

1.2.12 COMOS PDI

Integrated document management● Synchronizing of document metadata between COMOS and Teamcenter

● Searching for documents in Teamcenter

● Initiating document revision process in Teamcenter

● Transferring of delivery packages

Integrated change management● Creating of change request in COMOS and starting of the change order workflow

● Creating of change order in TC and confirm change order

● Report COMOS change order status to TC

● Changing of the change order in COMOS



1.2.13 Platform

UpdateabilityThis function and the associated user interface have been revised completely. By using a configured and correspondingly prepared iDB, future updates and service packs can be deployed based on individual customer requirements.

It is possible to import only the new and adapted objects needed for the new functionalities.

In addition, existing objects can be updated if the delivery includes corresponding contents.

Object historyTime of all available information for an object and can be used as a change history.

Registration with 4GB support / COMOS4G.execomos4G.exe is no longer being delivered.

comos.exe now always supports the address range up to 4 GB.

Enterprise Server with 4 GB support Enterprise Server now supports the address range up to 4 GB. The following components have been adapted for this purpose:

Comos.EnterpriseServer.Process.exe

ComosMotionXServerManager.exe

CVS3GRedesign of CVS. Release only for SQL databases

References to MSXML 5 replaced The third-party component MSXML is supplied in the following versions:

● Up to and including COMOS 10.1 SP3: MSXML 5

● COMOS 10.2 and later: MSXML 6

If the existence of MSXML 5 is explicitly requested and used as part of customizing, customers must install MSXML 5 themselves later or adapt the customizing.

MSXML 6 is backward compatible. If MSXML is used only generally within the framework of COMOS, there are no known compatibility problems.

Further development of the administration of unitsIt can now be specified for an attribute how it behaves at a change of the unit system.



To use this function, the database version must be increased.

eCl@ss Support of eCl@ss 9.0 advanced (+), extended functions such as user-specific mappings, document import, creation of requirements

SQL Windows authenticationBased on Windows NT authentication Safe and stable technology

Version-dependent licensingComos 10.2 requires new license files. These licenses are available only to new customers and customers with active maintenance agreements.

Customers without ME&S do not have access to new functionalities.

Expansion of ODBC data sourcesExtension of permissible database connections. Increased efficiency for admins.

Revision of the user interface for working areasImproved usability

1.2.14 Mobile Solutions● Support of new service module eSign

● PDF signing without COMOS client in COMOS Web (WEBPQM license required)

● Adoption of COMOS Redlining functions in COMOS Web

● Drop-down navigation aid at bottom in the navigator including display of the object path

1.2.15 HelpHelp has been converted to HTML5 in Version 10.2.

Help thus has a new look and can be displayed on all platforms and operating systems.

This also lays the foundation for the future. The HTML5 technology enables new ideas to be linked in the future.



1.3 COMOS 10.2.1

1.3.1 Database

Script management toolScript search in the database

Script export

Script import

Path search in scripts

@30 Structure toolBulk operations for adding elements, documents and tabs for @30 objects.

Query-based configuration of bulk operations.

Hardcoding managementConfigurable entry points for the software.

Central location for future SystemFullName hardcodings

Hardcoding management for scripting

Attribute toolRule-based attribute import / export

Rule-based tab import / export

Rule-based creation of individual attributes and tabs

Working layer releaseImproved performance for working layer release

Significantly faster release of large working layers

New functions1.3 COMOS 10.2.1


1.3.2 Platform & Basic

COMOS Basic● Office 2013

● QueryViewThe "QueryView" display is a variant of the object browser and replaces the "Alternative" mode in the query. In "QueryView" display mode, a query can be scrolled faster vertically.

eCl@ss interfaceWalkinside supports eCl@ss 9.0 Advanced. You have the option of defining requirements and selecting the manufacturer device. Assignments can be individually defined. Manufacturer information and documents can be imported. The information of the requirement objects are retained. Product data are write-protected to ensure the reliability of the information.

The data import is independent of vendors with this interface. The device data comparison is easier to perform.

eCl@ss connector management● Mapping of the connectors is now possible.

● Additional connectors can now be created when importing.

● Information about the connectors is transferred from the eCl@ss data to COMOS

COMOS iDB● iDB script editing

The script editing exports and imports iDB script blocks. These functions enable you to edit the script blocks outside COMOS. In addition, script editing offers an overview of how script blocks are used in the COMOS projects.

● iDB @30 Attribute toolThe structure in the "@30" node is put together by means of cross-inheritance. The base object "@30 Tool" supports editing of the child objects by means of bulk processing:

– With the "@30 Tool", elements, tabs, documents and similar object components can be assigned in bulk and thereby added.

– With the "@30 Tool", selected properties of the assigned elements can be edited.

● iDB hardcoding managementThis function allows you to use hardcoding in script or source code without having to tolerate the usual disadvantages of hardcoding: You can move or rename base data without having to adapt the script or the source code.The hardcoding is combined with reference attributes for this.

● iDB import of attributes and tabsThis function enables you to edit the attributes catalog and the tabs catalog in bulk based on an external Excel workbook.



Having the full-text index updated by the server You can control the indexing of the full-text index with index updater services that you install on a server.

You install the service for each database on the server that is to be indexed by the server. You install, start and stop services using the "COMOS Full-text Index Service Configurator".

An index updater service monitors all projects of a database during runtime. Indexing takes place as soon as an event occurs that requires an update of the index.

The updated index is available immediately to all users of the database.

The service has the following advantages:

● Improved performance

● The workload at the client end is minimized

● Improved user-friendliness

1.3.3 Report

User settings (report)● Paging behavior

● Rotation angle

● Reverse mouse wheel zoom direction

● User-specific or managed by the administrator

RTF re-engineeringThis means, scaling corrected according to the resolution in relation to the output medium/device.

Performance improvementsStabilization and performance were improved, particularly on the P&ID.



1.3.4 Generic Data Mapper

Importing a consistency report from OpenPlantA status check of the engineering data between 3D and 2D engineering is performed on the object and attribute level. The consistency status is shown in an interface. You can resolve 3D-2D inconsistencies individually or in bulk for each object. The mapping between the Bentley EC scheme and COMOS can be configured.

Find discrepancies between the 3D and 2D process designs. The interface allows you to evaluate the differences and decide whether and where the differences are resolved. This enables you to keep your design consistent over the duration of a project. In addition, you can accomplish smaller tasks such as the modernization or the redesign of an individual plant.

Status display of the componentsA status view shows the individual components, which components are available or not available in COMOS and whether the components are inconsistent or consistent on the attribute level. You navigate to COMOS or COMOD P&ID from the components. The consistencies of the attributes are displayed in a separate window. You can choose if you want to update individual, a selection of or all inconsistencies.

Keep your 2D 3D project aspects consistent and reduce the work required to update your documentation by updating your data with one click.

1.3.5 EI&C

"Update Assemblies" pluginThe "Update Assemblies" plugin supports the administration and versioning of templates. You have the option of assigning the user rights separately for this plugin. Documents and data are updated in such a way that only the changes in the template can be updated. The changes are analyzed in detail. The versioning concept allows you to make changes without influencing the use of the actual template version.

All instance-specific changes can be retained this way. Incomplete work and released versions of a template can be clearly separated. There is a separate release process including rights management for new versions of the template.

New concept for connectionsThe information of the connection and the connection properties are stored separately. If there is a device change and rewiring, the connection properties are retained. A collision check is performed when connections are joined. A defined, transparent behavior for the processes such as joining and cutting. The performance for queries and bulk processing operations has been improved. You can easily find information about wires and cables of the connection. COMOS provides extensive feedback.

This new approach makes EI&C detail engineering easier for you. Detailed collision analysis and enhanced user guidance for bulk processing operations also support you.



Bulk processing for connector mappingsA tool allows you to select multiple connector mappings. The graphical mapping of changes is made using "Memorize" - "Apply". You use the same tool for all devices.

Bulk processing is more efficient for you to use. Once applied, changes you can be simply reapplied.

1.3.6 FEED

Export to Bentley PlantWiseConfigurable mapping between PFD and PlantWise objects, including main attributes and electrical connection

1.3.7 P&ID

Support of ISA 5.1 / 5.3 / 5.5 standardsNew P&ID object library with symbols according to ISA standard including:

● Equipment

● Machines

● Instrumentation

● Line types for signal lines

● Drawings, data sheets and lists

1.3.8 MRO

Project management toolkit● Managing the scope of projects (adding, removing, editing activities)

● Managing different types of relationships between activities (creating, removing)

● Showing activities and relationships in the network diagram and the Gantt chart

Advantages:

● Fully integrated project management

● Direct connection between digital image and project management



1.3.9 Mobile Solutions

Web task managementNew web app for managing a large number of tasks.

● Personalized view of task data via queries

● Editing task queries online

● Viewing and editing tasks, creating new tasks

● Included in WebPQM and WebMRO products

New architectureMicroservices and SOA

Query2ExcelExporting queries to Excel

Usability● Choose between COMOS tree and drill-down tree

● Easy editing of dashboard charts

● Copying dashboards

● Improved splinter handling

1.3.10 PDMS

Status classesSix status classes

Tessellation of the objects in the workspace

Attribute update in succession

DetectFiltering/marking per status class: Filtering & Marking

Tessellation according to status class: Overall status check

Status classes are symbols

Own, inherited and mixed status symbols

Status display in COMOS



Display of the status class: Quick Check

Automatic updating of attributes optional

ReportInconsistency report per status class: Filtering & Marking

Overall inconsistency report: Overall status check

Inconsistency report in HTML format

Layout definition with .xslt

DisconnectResolve inconsistency per status class: Filtering & Marking

Update attributes for all objects: Update attributes for all

Update attributes individually

1.3.11 PDI

Freely configurable integration toolkit● Import and export, create, delete and change multi-level object structures such as material

lists, unit, location and document structures

● Import and export, create, delete and change items or parts

● Create documents and revisions

● Synchronizing documents

● Start workflows and complete workflow tasks

Advantages:

● More flexibility

● Quick configuration

● Easily adaptable to customer-specific



1.3.12 Walkinside

COMOS Walkinside Server - loading multiple online projectsYou have the option of selecting and loading multiple projects. You can save and edit the group of projects for future use. You have the same options as for attached projects in the Walkinside Viewer.

The Walkinside server allows you to divide a large model into smaller pieces so that you can concentrate on the essentials. The function is coordinated with other solutions, such as AVEVA: NET, which also require disassembly.

Oculus Rift supportWalkinside supports the official client version 1.

You can go with the trend and use an immersive HMD device at conferences and events as well as at VIP demonstrations.

Light EditorYou use the Light Editor to select and load multiple projects. You are already familiar with the user interface and options from the Incident Editor.

You can choose between three different light sources:

● Spot light

● Point light

● Directional light - global light

The Light Editor is based on an easy-to-use user interface, so no scripting is required.

You can create night scenarios with light and switch the lights on and off within the scenarios. As a trainer, you can publish global light for the participants of a multi-user training session without requiring developer skills.

Point cloud supportWalkinside supports the use of Bentley Pointools based ASCII (XYZRGBI) Point Cloud. You can measure between points and geometrics. You can create redlines, incidents and lights at point clouds.

Integrate point clouds and geometrics to perform a visual consistency check and mark inconsistencies with redlines. Create HSE scenarios based on point cloud or hybrid projects. Use the dedicated Builder for Point Cloud.

ContextCapture supportWalkinside supports the use of Bentley ContextCapture based OBJ. Walk through your newly designed brownfields and create redlines, lights and incidents.



You have the possibility to walk through your brownfield project with an avatar and perform full collision detection. Mark inconsistencies with redlines. Create HSE scenarios based on point cloud or hybrid projects. Use the dedicated Builder for OBJ.

Builder for DWF(x)Walkinside supports the AutoDesk exchange format, CAD hierarchies and databases. The main goal is models based on Navisworks.

Navisworks projects are supported in order to reuse existing 3D projects for training and in business operations. You have the option of loading BIM-based projects.

1.3.13 Database versionCOMOS 10.2.1 with new database version: iDB Version 19

Interaction: The new "Connection objects in ET reports" function requires iDB version 19.

1.4 COMOS 10.2.2

1.4.1 Frame setupA new frame setup is supplied with COMOS 10.2.2. This is used to install or remove all the components of the COMOS Suite. The frame setup thus replaces the setup browser.

In order to start the frame setup open the setup.exe with administrator rights.

Side-by-side installationssxs installations are also new with COMOS 10.2.2. COMOS is thus always installed in the same version side-by-side. The applies for main versions and service packs.

This means that existing versions are no longer overwritten and remain in the file system. If necessary, they have to be removed manually.

1.4.2 Kernel

Archiving of COMOS projectsCOMOS projects can be archived very easily including the base project and system project.

The archive exists in the form of a 7z file and can be restored at any time.

The size of the archive is only limited by the available hard disk memory.



Performance and availability of MS SQL Server databasesThe indexing was optimized for SQL Server databases.

This results in a performance increase of up to 20% when loading COMOS objects from the database.

In addition locking of the database is now only carried out on the dataset level.

This significantly improves the availability of the database during large transactions, in particular when enabling working layers or when deleting large systems.

Restriction of object rightsObject rights can be restricted as needed using a customizing interface.

For example, it is possible to restrict rights depending on workflows and object status so that only certain users or user groups are granted rights.

Global CollaborationCOMOS now provides new SQL Server scripts and triggers that support SQL Server replication mechanisms.

COMOS SQL Server databases can now be replicated with SQL Server standard tools over multiple locations with only minor restrictions.

Workset.SaveAllThe performance of Workset.SaveAll has been significantly improved if there are only a few objects that need to be saved and if the local COMOS Cache contains many objects.

1.4.3 Platform● Change of units in queries

● Navigation assistant with script functions for mapping

● Management of link objects

● Dynamic background color management for specifications in tabs

● Configurable view of the document properties

● Update of the compatibility matrix



1.4.4 Administration: New index clusters

NoteSQL Server: Change of indexing for databases that were delivered or created before COMOS 10.2.2

COMOS 10.2.2 uses optimized indexes with which the performance of the database access is improved.

When an administrator first opens an older database with COMOS 10.2.2 or higher, COMOS detects the obsolete indexing and automatically updates the indexes.

The duration of the update depends on the size of the database and the SQL server hardware used.

Examples:● 40 GB: Between 15 and 30 minutes● 400 GB: 6 hours

During the update, the database cannot be used in production.


● Realizing shorter runtimes for Brownfield projects with the new Data Loading Portal for COMOS Web

– Simple bulk import of structures, objects and attributes

– Automatic generation of document links from AutoCAD files

● New PDF eSign functionality

● Quick decisions: Custom Actions allow linking of complex decisions to one click

– With a single click, revisions are approved, eSign is carried out, attribute values such as the task status or editor are set, etc.

1.4.6 PDMSUntagged Items:

Objects in PDMS/E3D no longer need names to exchange data.

In PDMS/E3D, objects can now also be created over the interface for which IsNamed=False applies.

The same applies for the import of PMDS/E3D objects to COMOS. The PDMS/E3D objects do not need a name to be imported to COMOS.



1.4.7 OperationsBidirectional data exchange to MS Project/Primavera

From the PM Chart, the Scope project can be exported to a PM XML file that can be read into Microsoft Project and Primavera. Modified PM XML files can be read back into the PM Chart and synchronized and harmonized with the data existing in COMOS.

New functions in the PDI Toolkit:

● GetUID for existing relations

● Synchronizing of unit-specific attributes

● TC value list (LOV)

● Teamcenter document import

● Deleting TC objects (objects, folders, datasets)

1.4.8 3D Integration

Extension of possibilities to create object structures with the "Generic Data Mapper"The new functionality allows for free configuration of object structures which are to be created through export to a target application, for example, Bentley OpenPlant Modeler.

This is effected through the assignment of relations between the components in Mapping. In the process, a single object can be in relation to multiple other objects - which allows the creation of random tree structures in the context of the options of the target application.

The introduction of the mapping elements "MAPPED" and "ANY" in this context allows for the definition of generally applicable structure mapping rules - which significantly reduces the time required for the configuration of an interface configuration.

Completion of the Bentley OpenPlant export / import interfaceThe functionality of the export / import interface between COMOS and Bentley OpenPlant Modeler has been extended significantly to complete the communication in the design cycle. The extensions are presented in more detail below.The comparison data made available by Bentley from the OpenPlant Modeler 3D system are now shown in a much more differentiated status view. This allows for easy identification of differences between the two engineering systems.Engineering elements that already exist in both applications - COMOS and OpenPlant Modeler - but that do not have an assignment to each other can now be associated with each other in COMOS.This ensures that the engineering status is kept consistent and that the objects in the 3D model can be identified and, if necessary, updated after a renewed export.Engineering components that were created in the 3D model planning without an available COMOS object reference can now be generated later by means of the interface in COMOS. This allows for process engineers to very easily take into account supplements of the 3D engineer in COMOS.



In order to use the newly added functionalities, a "Linkage database" is required in which the link information is stored.

This completes the information flow between COMOS and OpenPlant Modeler. Engineering information can be exchanged between the two applications during the entire engineering cycle.

1.4.9 Automation● Improvements in auto routing

● Improvements GSD Interpreter

– Special case fail-safe modules

– Special case manufacturer-specific identifiers

– Evaluation of default modules

● Updating assemblies:

– Release of the function for productive use

– Selective document update

● Connection information

– Extended behavior of the connection information on the circuit diagram when connection objects are used

– Change document type, document- or connection-related

– Display of additional information

● Edit connector assignment:

– Zoom into the symbol preview

– Reset the zoom via icon in the toolbar

– Move the symbol preview

1.4.10 Report

COMOS revision printerUnlike in COMOS HARP, the conversion of PostScript to PDF/ TIFF is initiated automatically. This provides the following advantages:

● Printer can print all printable documents such as Adobe PDF

● Printer can be used for printing and revision

● The COMOS printer is installed with a separate setup.



DWG/DXF Mapping Editor● Redesigned user interface.

● Font mapping implemented

● Configuration wizard. All line types, fonts and colors that are available in the report are automatically applied for the configuration.

Transaction-secured handlingReports that were changed within an UndoState can be either stored or rejected at the end of the transaction in a controlled manner. Mode has to be activated explicitly.

* RevisionAny * Revision is output immediately in the report header/footer. Additional evaluation is not necessary anymore.

Color of the revision rectangleCan be set in project option

Changes in working layers ("eagle eye")The format is not modal anymore.

OLE objectsComprehensive revision for NetworkLogin support, update for external changes. For users without matching application the last status is available as a picture.

1.4.11 Database

iDB● Replacement of the SystemFullName hard coding in scripts and in the COMOS software

through the hard coding function

● Higher-performance attribute search

● Complete transition to a centralized icon system



● Additional symbols in accordance with the American JIC (Joint Industrial Council) standard at electrical engineering objects.

● JIC device symbols:COMOS 10.2.2 provides an extensive symbol library in the database for manual creation of JIC circuit diagrams. Note that these symbols and report templates currently only allow manual creation in engineering. Automatisms such as contact surfaces are not fully supported.

1.4.12 P&ID

User friendly control of the data flow on the P&ID with the data flow manager: ● Smart: Graphical preview of the data flow on the P&ID through usage of the property tree

allows faster engineering

● Simply administered:

● Global rules for interruption of the data flow can be created

● Can be activated via project option

– Transparent: Interrupted attributes are displayed at the interruption flags

– Consistent: Inconsistencies are graphically highlighted

Proteus export● Supports the newest scheme version 4.0.1

● Supports instrumentation

● New graphic user interface for the export

● Export settings can be pre-configured

● Exporting multiple documents without opening them

Signal display according to IEC 62424Signals can be represented and connected on the P&ID following the standard IEC 62424

Symbols from current standards are available in the project specificationThe context menu offers the use of symbols from the current international standards ISO 10628 and IEC 62424.

Updated interfaces● P&IDs are exported ISO 15926-compatible into the formats Proteus 4.0.1 and 3.6.0

● P&IDs are imported ISO 15926-compatible from the formats Proteus 3.6.0 and 3.3.3



● Design data are imported and exported from F.I.R.S.T. Conval 8 and 9

● Drawings are imported from Autodesk AutoCad file formats 2010 and 2013

1.4.13 FEED

Updated interfaces● Simulation import from Aspen Plus supports versions 8.8 and 9

● Simulation import from Aspen HYSYS supports versions 8.8 and 9

● Simulation import from PRO/II supports versions 9.4 and 10.1

● Simulation import from UniSim supports versions R440 and R451

● Simulation import from ProMax supports version 4.0

● Simulation import from ChemCAD supports versions 6.5 and 7.0

● Process data for the calculation of heat exchangers are exported to Aspen EDR V8.8 and V9, and the design data calculated there are imported

Process data for the calculation of heat exchangers are exported to HTRI V7.2 and V7.3, and the design data calculated there are imported

ProMax import The ProMax import has been extended: All phases in the material flows, column trays and components are now imported.



Corrected errors or changed behavior 22.1 COMOS 10.2

2.1.1 Compressing COMOS dataThe "Compress COMOS data" function worked in blocks of 1000s in the past. 1000 data records are always deleted.

The block size for this function has been changed to 50,000. This has resulted in notable improvements of the performance of this function.

It is now also possible to configure the value. To this purpose the following entry has to be carried out in the LC_SETTINGS table:

Property name: BLOCK_SIZE_FOR_COMPRESS_DATABASE. The value then has to be a natural number.

2.1.2 Change markings in reportsAn error that prevented updating of the revision index has been corrected. This error caused change markings to be missing in the report.

The index is now also updated when the report is temporarily set to read-only during a background backup.

2.2 COMOS 10.2.1

2.2.1 Behavior of RTF text fields in reportsThe representation of RTF text fields has been improved. As a consequence of this improvement, RTF text fields create different page breaks depending on the context condition.

Evaluating reports with RTF text fields may be changed by switching to COMOS 10.2.1 at the next update. These reports then also have new * revisions depending on the setting.

You can find additional information on this topic in the "Administration" manual, keyword "Placing rich text box".


2.2.2 Administration: Language dependency of attribute-based filters

TroubleshootingThe following error was corrected. In line with the previous version, which means existing filter attributes can be read and written with the previous problems and new filter attributes are correctly created and also read.

To solve this problem manually in your database, delete the filter attributes and edit them again.

Loss of filter setting at the change of languageFilters for units or selection list values can be set up for the attribute. The system-internal attributes @UnitNameFilter and @StdValFilter are used for this. You can find additional information on this topic in the "Administration" manual, keyword "Filtering the units at the attribute" and keyword "Filtering the selection list values at the attribute".

A language change also switches off the filters is some cases. All information of the engineering objects is retained. The only effect is that the units and selection list values are available to the user again unfiltered.

You have the following options:

● Apply the filter in the primary language. This makes the entry valid for all languages. Do not edit the other languages after this, to ensure that the entry in the primary language remains valid.

● Enter the same filters in all languages when preparing the filters.

● Replace the filter after the language change.

2.3 COMOS 10.2.2

2.3.1 Text field on a reportText fields on reports have automatic line breaks, depending on the setting.

As of COMOS 10.2.2 the following applies: Special characters, such as the hyphen, are placed before the line break.

This behavior is applied after the COMOS 10.2.2 installation to all text fields with automatic line breaks. This may change the presentation of text even without prompting.

Corrected errors or changed behavior2.3 COMOS 10.2.2


Discontinuations 33.1 10.2.2

3.1.1 P&IDAs of version 10.2.2 the older versions of the following third-party software versions listed below are no longer supported:

● PDF Import Adobe <8

● Proteus Import <3.3.3

● Proteus Export <3.6.0

● Conval Import and Conval Export <8

● AutoCAD (DXF/DWG) Import <2007

● Microstation (DGN) Import <7

PDS 2D Import <7

3.1.2 FEEDAs of version 10.2.2 the older versions of the following third-party software versions listed below are no longer supported:

● AspenPlus Import <8.8

● AspenHYSYS Import <8.8

● AspenEDR Import and Export <8.8

● PRO/II Import <9.4

● PRO/II Import 10.0 (see Known Issues)

● UniSim Design Import <R450

● ChemCad Import <6.5

● ProMAx Import <3.2

HTRI Import and Export <7.2

3.2 Operating system

ID TAC ID


● Microsoft XP and Microsoft Server 2003 are no longer supported as of COMOS 10.2.This is a result of Microsoft's discontinuation of Extended Support.

● Windows Server 2008 R2 will be supported to the full extent for the last time with COMOS 10.2.2.The COMOS version in which the support of Windows Server 2008 R2 will be revoked completely had not yet been specified at the time of writing.

3.3 LCODBC32.EXE

ID TAC ID

The LCODBC32.EXE file has been removed from the scope of delivery. This means that SQL statements to the SQL database only still work if you use SQL Management Studio.

The following licenses are affected:

COMOS Platform

CIS:10355C

CIS:10355G

CIS:10355H

CIS:10355N

CIS:10355S

CIS:10355Z

3.4 Isometrics: ROHR2 export

ID TAC ID

Export to "ROHR2" is no longer available as of 10.2.1 in iDB and cDB.

3.5 COMOS Mobile DocumentView

ID TAC ID

Discontinuations3.5 COMOS Mobile DocumentView


COMOS Mobile DocumentView (SharePoint interface) is no longer available in COMOS 10.2.1.

The products "COMOS WebView" and "Mobile Document Review" are available for similar applications.

3.6 Sharepoint interface

COMOS DocumentView

ID TAC ID

The Mobile Solutions SharePoint interface is no longer offered or supported by COMOS 10.2.1.

If you have installed the SharePoint interface as part of an earlier COMOS version, you can obtain maintenance and care with the following service packs (10.2.1).

3.7 CVS and NewCVS

ID TAC ID

NewCVS is no longer supported. CVS3G is used instead.

The option exists to continue using CVS.

3.8 COMOS.dll

ID TAC ID

Workset: LogoCad() as Boolean

This property returns the status as to whether COMOS was started by LogoCAD.

The shared architecture of LogoCAD and COMOS is no longer supported. The LogoCad property must not be used any longer and will be removed in a future version of COMOS.

Discontinuations3.8 COMOS.dll


3.9 Discontinuations and functional limitations as of COMOS 10.2.0

ID TAC ID

General distinctions for customer-specific customizing

Interfaces and 3rd party components● The use of COMOS is only for approved interfaces and 3rd party components. This is also

valid for the COMOS classes and COMOS libraries: Only classes and libraries expressly approved for use are permitted to be used for custom COMOS extensions, scripts or programs. You can find more information in the online help.

Discontinuations and functional limits 10.2.0

COMOS ICA ClientCOMOS ICA Client is discontinued as Citrix client for the next version. The software will no longer be provided and the user documentation will no longer be supplied.

Recommendation: Use the ICA client of a third-party manufacturer for COMOS 10.2 because the COMOS ICA Client for COMOS 10.2 has only limited functional capability.

French localization:● As of Version 10.2 the French localization is no longer part of the scope of delivery:

– The user interface can no longer be switched over to French.

– New and changed objects in the iDB no longer have a French text.In the course of a database update, objects can also lose their French localization in the customer database.

– Customer-specific data retains the French translation.

– As usual, customers can carry out a database localization in French themselves.

P&ID - discontinuation of supported third-party software versions● Starting with version 10.2 the older versions of the following third-party software versions

listed below are no longer supported:

– PDF Import Adobe <8

– XMpLant Import and Export <3.3.3

– Conval Import and Conval Export <8

– Autocad (DXF/DWG) Import <2007

– Microstation (DGN) Import <7

– PDS 2D Import <7

Discontinuations3.9 Discontinuations and functional limitations as of COMOS 10.2.0


FEED - discontinuation of supported third-party software versions● Starting with version 10.2 the EbsilonProfessional import is no longer supported.

– In addition, starting with version 10.2 the older versions of the following third-party software are no longer supported:

– AspenPlus Import <7.3

– PRO/II Import <8.3

– AspenHYSYS Import <7.3

– UniSim Design Import <R400

– ChemCad Import <6.1

– ProMAx Import <3.2

– HTRI Import and Export <6

– AspenEDR Import and Export <7.3

Previous discontinuations and functional limitations to be separately noted

License server● The "SetLicPath.exe" file is no longer used.

If you wish to use a different computer than before for the license server, you must set the new server name on each client using the "<COMOS installation path>\config\Comos.LicenseLib.config" tool.

Printer driver of the revision archive● The following printer drivers are no longer available:

– Adobe Distiller

– Adobe PDF Writer

3.10 COMOS PlantModeler (CPM) as of COMOS 10.2.0

ID TAC ID

The COMOS PlantModeler module is no longer offered or supported as of COMOS 10.2.

As regards content, this method has been replaced by an interface to the openPLANT Modeler, the openPLANT Engineering Adapter.

The Engineering Adapter differs functionally in its use of .idgn files for transferring data between 2D and 3D.

The data exchange is performed offline, in contrast to the PlantModeler.

Currently, the Engineering Adapter includes export of COMOS P&ID and process data to openPLANT.

Discontinuations3.10 COMOS PlantModeler (CPM) as of COMOS 10.2.0


3.11 Advance announcement "Exporting reports to EMF" as of COMOS 10.2.0

ID TAC ID

Exporting reports to EMFThe "Export reports to EMF" interface is available for the last time in COMOS 10.2. The Windows 7 and Windows 10 operating systems do not correctly support the "emf" file format. A correction by Siemens is not possible because the file format "emf" is controlled by Microsoft. The function will therefore be discontinued with a subsequent service pack.

3.12 COMOS Express/COMOS ME Designer as of COMOS 10.2.0

ID TAC ID

The COMOS Express and COMOS ME Designer modules are no longer offered or supported as of COMOS 10.2.

No successor products are planned.

As regards content, intelligent template management for modular plant design has been provided by the last few versions in the form of engineering objects. If you have any questions, please contact your local sales or service representative. They will be happy to help and explain the possibilities of the latest technology.

Discontinuations3.12 COMOS Express/COMOS ME Designer as of COMOS 10.2.0


Known Issues 44.1 10.2.2.

4.1.1 Restrictions for Excel interfaces due to MS security updatesAfter installation of the following Microsoft Windows security updates (October 2017), some Excel interfaces are no longer working with COMOS.

● KB4041676 on Windows 10 & Windows Server 2016

● KB4041681 on Windows 7 & Windows Server 2008R2

● KB4041693 on Windows 8.1 & Windows Server 2012R2

This affects central functions for opening and creating Excel files.

In COMOS, this affects, for example, export of a query to Excel (xls) or the standard import from Excel.

Correction in updates since 14 November 2017Microsoft has solved the problems caused by its most recent security updates. The restrictions no longer apply in COMOS with the latest security updates (as of 14 Nov. 2017).

You can find more information on the Microsoft support pages:

Windows 7 Update Info: https://support.microsoft.com/de-de/help/4048960/windows-7-update-kb4048960

Windows 10 Update Info: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4048954/windows-10-update-kb4048954

Windows Server 2012 Update Info: https://support.microsoft.com/de-de/help/4048962/windows-server-2012-update-kb4048962

Windows Server 2016 Update Info: https://support.microsoft.com/de-de/help/4048953/windows-10-update-kb4048953


eSign is not displayed in Safari on iPadDigital signatures that you have created with "eSign in PDF" are not shown in the PDF when you open the PDF in Safari on an iPad.


Temporary solution:

1. Install Adobe Acrobat on the iPad.

2. Open the PDF in Document view.In the Document view, the PDF is displayed in a new tab.

3. Then open the PDF from the browser with Adobe Acrobat.

eSign signatures are not displayed in the Redlining editor in Mobile SolutionsWhen you have signed a revision with "eSign in PDF" and then open the revision in the Redlining editor, the signature is not shown. If you save a redlining of the revision nonetheless, the signature is deleted.

You can find additional information on the redlining editor in the "Mobile Solutions" manual, keyword "Creating redlinings in COMOS Web".

Faulty display with minimized user interfacesContext bars and the navigator in the "Projects" tile are displayed incorrectly if parts of the user interface are minimized. This can happen if the user interface is opened on a small screen or if you reduce sections by moving splitters.

Redlining PDF does not work on the iPadRedlining PDF can currently not be saved on an iPad and thus cannot be used on an iPad.

Login in iPad App "Mobile Document Review" not possible if password contains "@"You can not log into the "Mobile Document Review" iPad app, if the password contains the character "@". If you use the app, create an app without that character.

Redlining

ID Known Issue2525380 The "Save" and "Cancel" buttons overlap when you change the browser size. The same

is true for color and thickness.2535450 Redlining: Tablet: Touch does not work correctly on tablet (Windows tablet with Edge

browser)2538133 Redlining: Tablet: Freehand drawing aborts at the first two points and then functions prop‐

erly thereafter.2509263 Redlining: Changing size of freehand drawing (PEN) does not work

4.1.3 OperationsResources (persons or material) are not supported with bidirectional data exchange between MS Project / Primavera.



Only qualifications and qualification requirements are currently supported.

Data exchange with MS ProjectID 2636230

When a task which has no duration is imported from COMOS to MS Project, and qualifications have been assigned (with zero man hours) to the task, MS Project converts this task into a milestone. This is the standard behavior of Microsoft Project and can most likely not be altered

As a work-around remove the qualifications. Then the task is also imported as a task without duration.

4.1.4 Basic

Defective configuration of a document base objectIf the properties of a document are incomplete or empty, follow these steps:

1. Switch to the base project.

2. Open the properties of the associated document base object.

3. Select the "Configuration" tab.

4. Apply any entry from the "Default components" list to the "Current components" list.Save the base object.This step internally creates a new configuration.

5. Remove all entries from the "Current components" list.Save the base object.This step resets the configuration to the factory state.

6. Edit the configuration as desired.Save the base object.

Effect on performance for devices with touch inputTouch-enabled devices are tablets or touch monitors, for example.

The following applies to this device class:

If the "Script" tab is displayed in the properties of an attribute, performance may drop.

4.1.5 COMOS HelpThe COMOS Help currently cannot be opened using Microsoft Edge as a browser.

This is due to Active-X controls, which are no longer allowed in Edge.

Use another approved browser. We recommend Internet Explorer 11.



4.1.6 Frame setup

Teamcenter interfaceWhen a query is issued for existing installations the component "Teamcenter Client and Server", abbreviated: TCCS, can currently not be taken into consideration for technical reasons. Whether TCCS includes a pre-installation is therefore not displayed correctly.

TerminologyThe terms "COMOS Suite" and "Frame setup" have not yet been included consistently in the COMOS documentation. The terms previously used such as "COMOS Portfolio" and "Setup Browser" will be replaced in future updates.

4.1.7 PipespecTAC=8981089; ID=2519506

Angle of rotation of Weldolet on the isometry does not lie on the connector point.The symbol origin has been moved to the right position in the ISO symbol script of the PPC objects Weldolet. This resulted in a malfunction during the rotation of the Weldolet on the Isometry report being eliminated.

Note

It is not advisable to apply the change in existing projects because changes in the symbol scripts also affect existing reports. We therefore strongly advise that a DB update not be carried out in existing objects.

In the case of an introduction of the ISO module or new projects the change should be applied - in this case the problem of a change in existing data does not arise.

4.1.8 FEEDThe version 10.0 of PRO/II does not provide 2D coordinates for the equipment. Therefore automatic placement of the equipment does not work. This error was fixed by SimSci in the PRO/II version 10.1.



4.1.9 P&ID

Special features of reducersReducers have the following attributes:

● "Design data" tab: "Nominal diameter 1" and "Nominal diameter 2"

The following applies on P&ID reports: The reducer is automatically rotated, if necessary, to perfectly match the existing nominal diameters of the pipe and the components. For technical reasons, the attributes "Nominal diameter 1" and "Nominal diameter 2" are also swapped in this case. This means the larger nominal diameter can be entered in "Nominal diameter 1" as well as "Nominal diameter 2".

The following applies to isometric reports and pipe spec mapping: "Nominal diameter 1" always contains the larger nominal diameter.

If the "P&ID" module is used together with one of the "Isometrics" or "Pipe spec mapping" modules, you must ensure that the larger nominal diameter is entered in "Nominal diameter 1" for all reducers.

4.2 Uninstallation of the Teamcenter interfaceThe uninstallation can currently not be implemented through the Frame setup. Uninstall the interface manually.

4.3 Compressing database

ID TAC ID

COMOS menu: "Administrator > System > Data maintenance (support)": "Database services: Compress this database"

This function is currently not available.

4.4 "Update assemblies" tool

ID TAC ID

This functionality is not released for productive use.

Known Issues 4.4 "Update assemblies" tool


4.5 Copying AutoLoops

ID TAC ID

The current version of the iDB database has the "OnSaveDone" script at the base object of the AutoLoop document. This script can unnecessarily initiate a query regarding the insertion location of copied objects.

The script can become effective as follows:

● You create a new database based on the iDB supplied as part of COMOS 10.2.1.

● You apply the content of the iDB supplied as part of COMOS 10.2.1 to your database by means of a database update.

When the script becomes effective, an error can be triggered when an AutoLoop is included in the copy set. An AutoLoop can become part of a copy set as follows:

● You copy a branch in the Navigator in which an Autoloop document is created.

● You copy objects to a report that are connected to an AutoLoop.

4.6 HTML help system

Displaying blocked contentsWhen you open the help system, it is possible that a button "Display blocked content" is displayed in the lower section of the window. This button result from the security settings of your operating systems.

If you do not confirm the prompt, it is hidden again after a few seconds and no content is displayed in the help system. In order to view the content open the help system again and confirm the prompt.

4.7 Construction of a bypass for pipes with special direction

ID TAC ID

When the pipe is aligned in special direction and you create a bypass with the connector tool, the T-pieces are not created automatically.

Known Issues 4.7 Construction of a bypass for pipes with special direction


Proceed as follows:

● Place the two T-pieces in the pipe manually.

● Select the bypass in the connector tool.

● Connect the two T-pieces.

4.8 Zoom function in redlining documents

ID TAC ID

If a zoom greater than 300% is selected in a redlining document, the document content is no longer displayed.

This behavior occurs in all situations in which a document can be zoomed.

4.9 Installing .Net Framework

ID TAC ID

.Net Framework on Windows 10Delivery state of Windows 10:

● .Net Framework 4.5 installed

● .Net Framework 3.5 not installed

COMOS requires .NET Framework 3.5 to be installed and activated. A limited compatible successor version of .NET framework is not enough.

Before installing COMOS on Windows 10, check if .NET Framework is installed on Windows and is activated. Also install and activate .NET Framework 3.5, if this version is not available.

.NET Framework on Windows Server 2012 R2If the installation is not successful, install and activate NET Framework 4.6.1.

Requirement: Windows hotfix KB2919355 is installed.

Change following deadlinePlease also into account the change following the deadline on this topic.

Known Issues 4.9 Installing .Net Framework


See chapter AUTOHOTSPOT.

4.10 Export polyline to AutoCAD

ID TAC ID

Intelligent COMOS lines cannot be generated in AutoCADCOMOS has connecting lines that automatically create a polyline (a parallel double line) when drawing. Example:

Shell connections in P&ID:

● A main line is created for the connection when drawing

● A secondary line is created for the shell when drawing

When exporting to AutoCAD, the polyline is transferred as a line marking instead of a graphic. Because AutoCAD has no polylines, the parallel double line cannot be transferred to AutoCAD with a single line marking.

Check the result in AutoCAD if the export contains polylines.

4.11 Setup Browser under Microsoft Edge

ID TAC ID

The installation of COMOS from the DVD does not work when Microsoft Edge is used under Windows 10.

Workaround for installation from the DVD under Windows 10● Start the Setup Browser manually via the Internet Explorer (right-click > Open with > Internet

Explorer).

● Alternatively: Start the installation directly from the directory "..\Software\Comos Main\Comos".

4.12 noxieFolder

ID TAC ID

Known Issues 4.12 noxieFolder


With Drag&Drop or the manufacturer devices selection, an object (noxieFolderForBackupAndRestore) is created in the Elements tab, which is sometimes not necessary.

4.13 New calculation method for *-revisions

ID TAC ID

The automatic generation of *-revisions has been developed further as of COMOS 10.2. *-revisions are now additionally generated automatically.

● Let an attribute with the example name "Test" be given.

● The Value or XValue of the "Test" attribute is displayed in a report.

● The Value/XValue is set by one of the two following methods:

– Properties of the attribute, "Link" tab: "Value > Fully dynamic": Value/XValue was changed at the source attributeor

– Property is inherited from the master data: Value/XValue was changed at the attribute of the base object

In older COMOS versions no *-revision was generated because the "Test" attribute is unchanged from the view of the object model. Now a *-revision is generated, because the Value/XValue has changed on the report from the user point of view.

4.14 Administration: Required versions of CLS and RLS

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A modified license check is used as of COMOS 10.2. The following therefore applies in COMOS 10.2 and later:

● You must use a license server 2.0 or higher.

● You must use RLS 3.9 or higher.

Known Issues 4.14 Administration: Required versions of CLS and RLS


4.15 Administration: Increasing the document version

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When switching to COMOS 10.2, Siemens recommends increment the document version as soon as possible. Incrementing the document version activates new background technology for generation of the Report.LID. The older version Report.LID is retained, but all the new Report.LID are then generated according to the new technology. The Report.LID identifies the elements placed on the reports.

Technical backgroundWhen the document version is incremented, you can no longer access the database of old COMOS clients. Therefore, there may be reasons specific to your company for delaying the incrementation of the document until a later date.

The old technology for generating the Report.LID has a limited number range. If the old technology is used over a longer period of time, it is possible that duplicate Report.LID will be generated. This can lead to follow-up errors.

4.16 Administration: Font for display of attributes

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A font can be set for attributes as follows:

1. Properties of the base object, "Attributes" tab

2. Activate "Design mode"

3. Select attribute

4. "Properties > Display of the attribute" shortcut menu

5. "Properties of attribute title" group "Font/color" option

Do not use fonts with Unicode characters (e.g. Asian font names)

BackgroundIf an Access mdb is used in COMOS, attributes with Unicode fonts can initially be created. However, this type of project can no longer be transferred to MS SQL or Oracle.

Known Issues 4.16 Administration: Font for display of attributes


4.17 Administration: Copying the base project

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Adaptation of absolute file nameIf a base project is being copied using Copy&Paste, the following applies:

● Check whether hierarchically generated documents are correct. Hierarchically generated documents are created, for example, when a row report is integrated in a report template or when headers and footers are generated using a subreport.

Background:

The path information in absolute file names is adapted during the copy operation. If some document parts (headers, footers) are displayed incorrectly in the copy of the base project, this is due to unadapted path information in the corresponding report template. To correct this, check the file name or the file name of the undisplayed document parts in your report template.

4.18 Administration: Editing the "IsRequest" property on Device

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The "IsRequest" property in older COMOS versions was set exclusively on the CDevice. The following options were provided:

● Editing the "IsRequest" property per script on the CDevice

● Properties of a CDevice, "System settings" tab: "Request" option.

The Device inherits the "Request" option and the "IsRequest" property from the CDevice. The property could not be edited with either the COMOS interface or per script on the Device. That is why a script line such as the following line has no effect up till now: Device.IsRequest = Device.CDevice.IsRequestAs of COMOS 10.2: The "IsRequest" property can be edited on the Device. This means these and similar constructions as exemplified by the script line above take effect with the change to COMOS 10.2. Company-specific scripts should be checked for the existence of such artifacts that were ineffective in the past.

The "Request" option continues to be available in the interface only for CDevice.

Known Issues 4.18 Administration: Editing the "IsRequest" property on Device


4.19 Troubleshooting of excessive GDI resource consumption

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Problem descriptionCOMOS may use too many GDI resources on different operating systems. This causes an incorrect display of the user interface or individual elements of the user interface in COMOS under certain conditions. This affects mainly queries and evaluating reports.

In Task Manager of the operating system, you see that the number of GDI objects has reached or exceeded 10,000.

TroubleshootingMicrosoft provides the hotfix KB2719248. Install this hotfix if you observe GDI resource consumption by COMOS that is too high.

4.20 ElementName Z

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Inheritance of object to parent device

NoteDo not use Z as object name.

When an object with the name Z is created below a device, the installation/3D data are applied to the device.

This is also the case when the object name is changed to Z.

Example: A varistor is created below an auxiliary contactor. It is renamed to Z. Different assembly data is entered for the varistor. This data is now also applied to the auxiliary contactor.

Functionality is tied to this naming process.

4.21 Interfaces: CDI

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Known Issues 4.21 Interfaces: CDI


CDI exclusionsCDI cannot process DVM documents.

● CDI and DVM save changes at different times.

● CDI and DVM use a different hierarchy when accessing documents.

4.22 Interfaces: "Export reports to EMF"

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The function of the "Export reports to EMF" interface is not guaranteed as of COMOS 10.2. The Windows 7 and Windows 10 operating systems do not correctly support the "emf" file format. A correction by Siemens is not possible because the file format "emf" is controlled by Microsoft.

4.23 GSD interface

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The GSD interface evaluates text information as it is stored in the GSD file. For some GSD files it is possible that the module name, for example, has leading or trailing spaces that are applied in COMOS.

During data exchange with other systems problems can arise if the spaces are filtered by the system. In SIMATIC PCS 7 this results in a replacement of the modules not being possible (for example: PA139720.GSD).

Recommendation: As a workaround, delete the respective space in the COMOS object property.

4.24 Word export

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Export reports to WordExporting reports to Word is designed only for one or a maximum of two pages.

This function is not enabled for larger reports and pages numbering more than two in Word.

Known Issues 4.24 Word export


4.25 Report templates dependent on working layers

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The "Report templates depending on working layers" function is available if an iDB type database is used.

You can find more information on this topic in the "COMOS Platform Administration" manual, keyword "Creating a working layer-dependent template file in COMOS".

When a cDB is used, the full range of functions is not available.

4.26 Shutdown

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PlatesPlates are not supported.

4.27 MRO

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Sending e-mails via Maintenance DemonSending e-mails via Maintenance Demon in connection with the Enterprise Server is only possible via SMTP.

"Direct" pluginIncidentals and the corresponding "Incidentals" option are not currently supported.

4.28 Integrated Engineering

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Known Issues 4.28 Integrated Engineering


Reengineering of control modules including functions or standard functionsWhen you import a new control module that includes two functions or standard functions of the same type from PCS 7 and would then like to reengineer it, start by first importing and reengineering the control module and then the functions or standard functions.

"Assembly Updater" pluginWhen you update instances with the "Assembly Updater" plugin, the instances receive a new system ID. For renamed objects to be recognized again during data exchange, synchronize the ID with PCS 7.

Closing referencesWhen references are closed, the project name is not considered. If you use identical hierarchy levels in two projects and wish to close a reference across projects, the reference may not be closed correctly in certain circumstances.

4.29 Collisions in connection with Updateability function

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If Siemens objects are checked in in the released area using the "Check in to current working layer" function and are then not changed in Customizing, collisions are wrongly shown when these exact objects are imported again via Updateability.

Known Issues 4.29 Collisions in connection with Updateability function


Known Issues 4.29 Collisions in connection with Updateability function


Changes following deadline 55.1 Introduction

In this chapter, deviations from the supplied user documentation are listed.

5.2 COMOS Platform

5.2.1 Administration

Function exclusions at Network LoginThe "Network Login" function is not designed to work simultaneously with two databases.

Therefore, for example, ExportDB is not supported in combination with "Network Login".

Interaction with user rights in the file systemCOMOS data must not be placed in folders with the "Hidden" property.

Archiving a project● The archive container has been changed from Zip to 7z.

During archiving a window of the 7z container appears several times. Do not close this window manually.

● COMOS must not be launched from a directory addressed via UNC (uniform naming convention).

Classifications

NoteNo different classifications per working layer

Classifications have to be unique within a project. You may not use different classifications for the same base objects or engineering objects derived from these in different working layers.


Technical backgroundThe following functions are available to transfer classifications to engineering objects:

● Administrator > Update Classification > Current project

● Administrator > Update Classification > All projects

● Administrator > System > Data maintenance (support) > DB utilities

● Administrator > System > Data maintenance (support) > Project utility

When the classifications for a project are updated the transferred classification applies for all working layers of this project.

Technically, therefore, base working layers can be generated with different classifications, but the classification update results in all working layers having the same classification on the engineering side. This results in a deviation between the classification on the engineering side and the classification on the associated base working layer. This status is impermissible.

Starting the Enterprise Server with AssemblyImplement a memory management in your assembly file.

Example: System.Threading.Thread.CurrentThread.Join(100);

Particular aspect in the project property "No evaluation of rights for object display"The project property "No evaluation of rights for object display" can reduce the number of displayed objects in an object query.

In COMOS versions before 10.2.2 there was an interaction with a property in the object query:

● Context menu in the column header of the query: Options: "Administration" tab: "Extended" mode:"Table" row: ActionScript, extended object"

If the line "Table: ActionScript, extended object" was set to "Disable", the following applied: The project properties were not evaluated. This interaction prevented the activated project property from reducing the number of displayed objects.

As of COMOS 10.2.2 the following applies: There is no interaction anymore.

Installation of the "KernelExtension" interfaceName template for KernelExtension:Comos.Kernel.Extension.<name>.dllExamples:

● Permitted: "Comos.Kernel.Extension.ExampleExtension.dll"

● Not permitted: "Comos.Kernel.Extension.dll"

The components have to be stored directly in the "\bin\custom\extensions\kernel" folder. Subfolders are not permissible.

Changes following deadline5.2 COMOS Platform


"Load from file" menu for queriesIf the "Load from file" menu is not available, contrary to the other settings, you also grant the user the function right "Base data".

Triggered script blocks when using "Move"The "Move" context menu command is available in COMOS if the context menu command "Copy" or "Cut" has been used before. The "Move" context menu command itself consists of a combination of the two context menu commands "Cut" and "Paste".

This results in the following conceivable workflows:

● "Copy" context menu command + "Move" context menu commandTriggered script blocks: "CanBeCopied" + "CanBeCut", "IsPaste..Allowed", "AfterPaste..."

● "Cut" context menu command + "Move" context menu command"CanBeCut" is omitted in the "Move" context menu command in this case and is therefore only triggered once.Triggered script blocks: "CanBeCut" + "IsPaste..Allowed", "AfterPaste..."

5.2.2 Operation

Queries: Run mode "Simple"● "Find" button

– The button is visible when the "Search at once" option is disabled in the "Extended" run mode.

– The button is invisible when the "Search at once" option is enabled in the "Extended" run mode.

● "Start object(s)" field

– The field is visible when the following option is enabled in the "Extended" run mode: Context menu in the "Options" column header: "Input layout" tab: "IncludeMainObject" row to "Visible"

– The field is invisible when the following option is enabled in the "Extended" run mode. Context menu in the "Options" column header: "Input layout" tab: "IncludeMainObject" row: "Visible" disabled

● User input at a query with the "Database search" propertyQueries with the "Database search" property can have the following setting:"User can enter value" or "User must enter value"In both cases an additional field for the user input is displayed in the "Simple" mode.



5.2.3 Class documentation TcIntegrator_dllThe following information supplements the documentation for "Class documentation TcIntegrator_dll".

"Query" classThe "Query" class is available on the TcHandler. It provides functionality for querying objects.

public static class Query { public static KDictionary Objects(string typeName, string objectName, string scope = "WSO_scope_All"); public static KDictionary ObjectsByName(string objectName, string scope = "WSO_scope_All"); public static KDictionary ObjectsByType(string typeName, string scope = "WSO_scope_All"); }

ObjectsReturns objects based on their type and name

typeName: Specifies the name of one or more types. Objects of this type are returned. "*" can be used as a wildcard, for example "Item*" returns objects of the types "Item", "ItemRevision" as well as "Item Master Form", etc. Queries with only "*" can sometimes take a long time, because very many objects are queried. See also "GetTcType".

objectName: Specifies the name of one or more objects. "*" can be used as a wildcard. Queries with only "*" or ""can sometimes take a long time, because very many objects are queried.

Scope: Scope of the search within Teamcenter. WSO_scope_All = Entire database. WSO_search_Approved = Object must have at least the "Approved" status.

A KDictionary with identification key is returned from Teamcenter and a text describing the object, referred to as Object_string the Teamcenter.

Example:

Set test = a.workset.getctisession.tchandler.query.objects("Item", "Test")Output test.countFor i = 1 To test.count Output i & ": " & test.key(i) & " - " & test.item(i)Next



ObjectsByNameLike Objects with typeName = "*", searches for all objects by the name, regardless of type. Queries with only "*" or "" can sometimes take a long time, because all objects are queried.

Example:

Set test = a.workset.getctisession.tchandler.query.objectsbyname("Test")Output test.countFor i = 1 To test.count Output i & ": " & test.key(i) & " - " & test.item(i)Next

ObjectsByTypeLike Objects with objectName = "*", searches for all objects by the type, regardless of name. Queries with only "*" can sometimes take a long time, because all objects are queried.

Example:

Set test = a.workset.getctisession.tchandler.query.objectsbytype("Item")Output test.countFor i = 1 To test.count Output i & ": " & test.key(i) & " - " & test.item(i)Next

Update to the "Classification" chapterThe current content of the chapter is as follows.

"Classification" class The class contains functions for querying classification information from Teamcenter.

public static class Classification { public static string AddClassInComos(IComosBaseObject tcObject, IComosBaseObject tcClass); public static string ExportClassAttributeValues(IComosBaseObject tcObject, string classId = null);



public static string ExportClassificationInfo(IComosBaseObject tcObject, string classID = null); public static string ImportClassAttributeValues(IComosBaseObject tcObject, string classId = null); public static string ImportClassificationInfo(IComosBaseObject tcObject); public static string ImportTcUoM(IComosBaseObject stdTableTcUom = null, string stdTableRootPath = "", string stdTableName = "", string tcUoMClassId = "", string additionalUomAttributes = "", string separator = ";"); public static string RemoveClassInComos(IComosBaseObject tcObject, IComosBaseObject tcClass); }

AddClassInComos and RemoveClassInComosAdds or removes the classification information for a COMOS object.

The parameters in both cases are:

tcObject: A COMOS object to which an object is assigned in Teamcenter

tcClass: A COMOS object under "@20 | B60 | M06 | Y30 | A10 | A20 Teamcenter classification" that represents a Teamcenter classification.

ExportClassificationInfoTransfers the classification information created in COMOS to Teamcenter.

ImportClassificationInfoQueries information for an object previously classified in Teamcenter.

ExportClassAttributeValuesTransfers the values of the classification attributes for a COMOS object that is connected to a classified object in Teamcenter.

ImportClassAttributeValuesQueries the values for all classification attributes for a COMOS object that is connected to a classified object in Teamcenter.

ImportTcUoMImports measuring units from Teamcenter and writes them to a dedicated standard table in COMOS.



5.3 COMOS Automation

5.4 COMOS Process

5.4.1 FEED

Multiple import of a design caseChapter 8.4 of the "FEED Operation" manual describes how an additional design case is imported.

To import the same design case multiple times, proceed as follows:

1. Create an additional "SIMCASE002 simulation case" SIMCASE object in the "A10 Simulation data" folder.

2. In the context menu of the "SIMCASE002 simulation case" object, create the "ASPEN XML simulation import" object.

3. Open the properties of the "ASXI001 Aspen XML simulation import" object.

4. Select the "Import options" tab.

5. Activate the "Update connection on 2nd import" option.

6. Import the design case as usual.The assignment between the imported information and the generated COMOS objects is based on the SIMCASE and the name.

7. Edit the additional steps as usual.

If you want to show inconsistencies on the report, proceed as follows:

1. Open the report of the "Process flow diagram" type.

2. Select the process stream.

3. In the context menu, select the command "Options > Accept connections from drawing".

Affected manual chapters:

● "FEED Operation" manual, chapter 7.4 "Creating a simulation case (SIMCASE)"

● "FEED Operation" manual, new chapter 8.5 "Importing a design case multiple times"

5.4.2 P&ID

Using the symbol bar to create a measurement functionIf you want to use the automatic docking of measurement functions at vessels, press the "<Ctrl>" key additionally when selecting the measurement function.

Changes following deadline5.4 COMOS Process


"Proteus export" category: "File name pattern""Schema file directory"

Determines the schema file. The Proteus schema is read from this file.

Permitted placeholders:

● ${AliasFullLabel}● ${Description}● ${FullLabel}● ${FullName}● ${Label}● ${Name}● ${PathFullName}● ${SystemUID}Replacement of special characters:

● < > : / \ | ? *● ASCII control characters (char)0 to (char)31

are replaced with

● _Multiple blank characters are permitted.

Example:

● ${PathFullName} . ${Name} ${Description}Default:

● ${FullName} (${SystemUID})

5.4.3 Data Flow Manager

5.4.3.1 Objective and general conditions of the Data Flow Manager

Basic principle of the Data Flow Manager● Automatic data flow

In the default state, all attribute values are transferred to connected components and pipes

● Controlled interruptionData flow events interrupt the data flow

● PreviewThe potential data flow is displayed on the report before values are changed.

● Supported report types: P&ID flow diagrams



DefinitionData break events are:

● Data break rulesRules defined in a central standard table for interrupting the data flow. A data break rule can affect any number of reports.

● Data break flagA graphical object on the report to interrupt the flow of data starting at a single point. A data break flag has no connectors of its own.

● Data break objectA COMOS engineering object for interrupting the flow of data starting at a single point of a pipe. A data break object has connectors of its own.

AlternativesThe Data Flow Manager is an alternative to the "Update devices" tool.

See alsoOverview of using the Data Flow Manager ()

5.4.3.2 Overview of using the Data Flow Manager

Requirement● You are familiar with the objective and general conditions of the Data Flow Manager.

See section Objective and general conditions of the Data Flow Manager (Page 64).

● The administration has been performed.See section Administration (Page 70).

● A P&ID report has been opened.

Procedure1. Place P&ID objects as usual and connect the components using pipes.

COMOS also supports the approach of connecting components directly.

2. Place data break flags and data break objects.For more, see section Using data break flags and data break objects (Page 66).

3. Select an object on the P&ID.The correspondingly prepared attributes of the selected object are displayed in the properties tree.Ensure that the "Attribute filter" mode is set in the properties tree.

4. Select the input field of an attribute in the property tree.The P&ID highlights all objects that will receive the new value of the selected attribute.For more, see section Preview of the data flow on the report (Page 68).



5. Enter the attribute value.

6. Click the "Apply" button in the properties tree.

NoteApplying attributes individually

In the properties tree, confirm each edited attribute (i.e. each edited line) individually with "Apply".

The preview of the data flow of the attribute value available before applying only symbolizes one data flow. If multiple attributes are edited at the same time, only one of the attribute values has a valid preview.

ResultThe value is transferred to the color-coded objects.

5.4.3.3 Using data break flags and data break objects

Requirement● You are familiar with the use of the Data Flow Manager.

See section Overview of using the Data Flow Manager (Page 65).

● You cannot override the general data break rules.See section Administration (Page 70) for more on this.

You further restrict the data flow on the P&ID with data break flags and data break objects.

Using a data break flag1. Select the data break flag in the baser data.

"@30 > M00 > A50 > A15 > A80 > A30 >B70 Data flow break flag"

2. Drag the data break flag from the base data onto a component.The Data Flow Manager requires that the data break flag be created in the same step on the report and be connected to a component.The "Data Flow Manager: Break attributes" window appears.

3. Edit the "Data Flow Manager: Break attributes" window.See "Determining break attributes" in the following section.



4. Confirm your entries.The data break flag is displayed.

5. After placement, the data break flag can be moved on the P&ID without having to open the "Data Flow Manager: Break attributes" window again.

6. Optional: In the context menu of the object to which the data break flag belongs, select the command "Options > Edit break attributes".The "Data Flow Manager: Break attributes" window appears.

Using a data break object1. Select the data break object in the base data.

"@30 > M00 > A50 > A15 > A80 > A30 >B70 Data flow break pipe"

2. Drag the data break object from the base data onto a pipe.Alternatively: Drag the data break object onto the report and onto a pipe only as a second step.The "Data Flow Manager: Break attributes" window appears.

3. Edit the "Data Flow Manager: Break attributes" window.See "Determining break attributes" in the following section.

4. Confirm your entries.The data break object is displayed.

5. After placing it on a pipe, the data break object can be moved on the P&ID without having to open the "Data Flow Manager: Break attributes" window again.The pipe is re-routed when the data break object is moved.

6. Optional: In the context menu of the data break object, select the command "Options > Edit break attributes".The "Data Flow Manager: Break attributes" window appears.



Determining break attributes1. The "Data Flow Manager: Break attributes" was called according to the workflow described

above.

The base object determines which attributes are offered in this window.

– Data break flag: The VSIU attribute of the component to which the data break flag belongs determines the attributes offered.

– Data break objects: The VSIU attribute of the data break object determines the attributes offered.

See also chapter Preparing base data for the Data Flow Manager (Page 71).

2. Select the attributes for which the data flow should be interrupted.If a break flag has been set for an attribute:

– If the data flow for an attribute is interrupted, an additional diamond appears on the report.

– If the interruption of the data flow is canceled, the diamond disappears.

– For administration of the break labels, see chapter Preparing labels for the data flow break attribute (Page 72).

5.4.3.4 Preview of the data flow on the report

Requirement● You are familiar with the use of the Data Flow Manager.

See section Overview of using the Data Flow Manager (Page 65).

Basic principle of the previewThe color representation of the objects described below symbolizes the potential changes.



The values are not changed until the value entry is confirmed.

Passing the attribute value without competing value at the target object● Pink

– Attribute value is passed by the Data Flow Manager

– There is no competing value at the target object

Passing the attribute value with competing value at the target object● Orange

– Attribute value is passed by the Data Flow Manager

– There is a competing value at the target object. The competing value is overwritten.

All other states● The target retains its original color

– Attribute value is not passed



5.4.3.5 Administration

Overview of the administration of the Data Flow Manager

Overview● Check the project properties.

See section Enabling the Data Flow Manager in the project properties ().

● Check the report options.See section Requirements for the report administration (Page 70).

● Edit the general data break rules.See section Preparing general rules for a data flow break (Page 71).

● Edit the base data.See section Preparing base data for the Data Flow Manager (Page 71).

● Optional: Edit the display of break labels.See section Preparing labels for the data flow break attribute (Page 72).

Enabling the Data Flow Manager in the project properties

Requirement● You are familiar with the overview of the administration.

See section Overview of the administration of the Data Flow Manager (Page 70).

Procedure1. Open the project properties.

2. Select the category "Process engineering > Attribute synchronization tool".

3. Select the entry "Data flow manager".

4. Confirm your entries.

Requirements for the report administration



EnableVSUI2The option script of the report template for P&ID contains the "EnableVSUI2 = TRUE" variable. If the value is set to "True", the properties tree is displayed automatically when you open the report.



You can find additional information on the attribute filters in the properties tree in the "Administration" manual, keyword "Preparing attribute filters".

Preparing general rules for a data flow break



Procedure1. Open the base project.

2. Select the following standard table:"Standard tables > Y10 > M22 > A10 > Y10M22N00013 General rules for data flow break"

3. Edit the standard table according to the following scheme:

– "Name" column: Unique string.Recommendation: Use the iDB-compliant enumeration [A10, A20, ...]

– "Description of the break attribute" column For free use.Recommendation: Enter the "Description" property of the attribute here.

– "Nested name of the break attribute" column: Identification of the attribute according to the scheme "Tab name.Attribute name".

– "Classifications of break objects" column: You use this information to determine which objects are searched and used for the attribute. The classification can be found in the properties of the base objects in the "Classification" tab, "Hierarchical classification" field.If each classification is valid, enter the asterisk "*" as a wildcard.Multiple classifications are separated by semicolons without spaces.

EffectThe Data Flow Manager breaks the data flow for the identified attribute if the target object has the specified classification.

Preparing base data for the Data Flow Manager





Base objectsThe Data Flow Manager considers the following objects:

● "@30 > M00 > A50 > A15 > A80 > A30 >B70 Data flow break flag"The data break flag does not generate an engineering object and has no connectors. The data break flag exists only graphically on the report. The context menu of the data break flag on the report contains the "Navigate >" command. This "Navigate >" command contains a navigation to the engineering object of the component to which the data break flag belongs.

– Attribute "Y00T00001.Y00A02625 VSUI attributes"The attribute remains empty in the base data. Because the data break flag does not generate an engineering object, COMOS uses the VSUI attribute of the component or the pipe section to which the data break flag is assigned.

– Attribute "Y00T00001.Y00A05706 Data flow break"The attribute is only processed by COMOS. The attribute remains empty in the base data. Because the data break flag does not generate an engineering object, COMOS uses the attribute of the same name of the component or pipe section to which the data break flag is assigned.

● "@30 > M00 > A50 > A15 > A80 > A30 >B70 Data flow break pipe"The data break object generates an engineering object and has connectors of its own. The connectors are automatically attached to the connectors on the segments of the pipe when the data break object is used.

– Attribute "Y00T00001.Y00A02625 VSUI attributes"The attribute is edited in the base data.

– Attribute "Y00T00001.Y00A05706 Data flow break"The attribute is only processed by COMOS. The attribute remains empty in the base data.

Additional information about the attributes● "Y00A02625 VSUI attributes"

The attribute contains the maximum list of attributes that can be offered in the "Data Flow Manager: Break attributes" window. In order for an attribute to actually be offered in the window, it must also be available as a VSUI attribute for the source object.

● "Y00A05706 Data flow break"With engineering objects, the attribute contains the specification about the attributes for which the user has interrupted the data flow in the "Data Flow Manager: Break attributes" window.

Preparing labels for the data flow break attribute





Procedure1. Open the base project.

2. Select the following standard table:"Standard tables > Y10 > M22 > A10 > Y10M22N00014 Labels for data flow break attribute"

3. Edit the standard table according to the following scheme:

– "Name" column: Unique string.Recommendation: Use the iDB-compliant enumeration [A10, A20, ...]

– "Description of the break attribute" column For free use.Recommendation: Enter the "Description" property of the attribute here.

– "Nested name of the break attribute" column: Identification of the attribute according to the scheme "Tab name.Attribute name".

– "Indicator" column: This string is displayed in the flag.

Effect1. The standard table is evaluated when data break flags or data break objects are used.

See section Using data break flags and data break objects (Page 66).

2. COMOS checks whether there is an entry in the standard table above for each affected VSUI attribute.

3. COMOS checks whether an attribute is set for the data flow break in the "Data Flow Manager: Break attributes" window.

4. If a data flow break is set, an additional diamond is created and the text in "Indicator" column is displayed in the diamond.

5. If a data flow break is canceled, the diamond is hidden again.

5.5 COMOS Lifecycle

5.5.1 PDMS/E3D Engineering Interface NavigatingThe following information supplements the chapter "PDMS/E3D Engineering Interface", keyword "Navigate", in the "3D Integration Operation" manual.

Extended functionality for navigationAll options described in the documentation for navigating between COMOS and PDMS/E3D remain valid.

For objects that represent pipes and Area Lines in PDMS/E3D, the corresponding navigation commands in the context menu have been expanded to include submenus.

Example:

If you want to navigate from a pipe in a P&ID in COMOS, the navigation destinations are offered as possible or available Area Lines.

Changes following deadline5.5 COMOS Lifecycle


5.6 COMOS Operations

5.7 COMOS Mobile Solutions

5.7.1 COMOS Web can be used in Microsoft EdgeYou can now use COMOS Web also in the following browser: Microsoft Edge 15

5.7.2 Using task management with cDBTo use task management with the cDB or to create links to COMOS objects, edit the project options in the cDB.

Procedure1. Create a new tab in the project options for Mobile Solutions.

Name of the tab: COM002

2. Create the required attributes in the tab. The name of the fields must be as specified in the following table:

Field in cDB Equivalent in iDB● Display type: "Reference"● Name: "COM2001"● Description: "Base project for saving

settings"

"Base project for saving settings" field

● Display type: "Edit field"● Name: "COM2002"● Description: "COMOS WEB Server URL"

"COMOS Web server URL" field

● Display type: "Edit field"● Name: "COM2003"● Description: "COMOS Web database key"

"COMOS Web database key" field

You can find additional information on this topic in the manual "Mobile Solutions", keyword ""Mobile Solutions" project properties".

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5.8 iDB

Attribute import in node "Y30""iDB Administration" manual, chapter "Bulk importing of attributes and tabs", topic "Preparing the "Attributes" Excel sheet for attribute import":

● Structuring variant 5 "Y30 Import"

– Column "Searching area": Enter the value "Y30".

– Column "Naming area": Optional

– "Naming area" defines the node under "Y30" under which the attribute is created.

– Column "Name": Enter the name.

– Column "Owner": Enter the path and name of the customer node (e.g. "Z10"). You cannot create carrier objects for attributes directly below "Y30".

– If "Naming area" is set, the "Owner" node is generated under the "Naming area" node.

– Column "Main attribute": Blank

– Column "iDB structured": Blank

– Optional for structuring variant 5 b: Column "Packaging": Set an "x".

– Column "Special naming (Y30)": Set an "x".

Script processing"iDB Administration" manual, chapter "iDB script processing":

Labeling of the "Script processing" tool.

Attribute import: Modification of the column headers not permittedThe names of the column headers may not be modified in the Excel workbook "A30 Attributes & tabs V1.0".

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Changes following deadline5.8 iDB
