Using the Properties View to Create a New Data Field or Parameter

You can create a new data field or parameter in the Properties view.

1. In the Project Explorer, expand the package or process where you want to add a data field or parameter.

   If the Data Fields folder is empty under a package, it will be hidden by default. This is because the preferred usage is to define Data Fields at the Process level.

   Note: If you want to show the Data Fields folder under a package, regardless of whether it is empty or not, then you need to go to Project Explorer, and click the View Menu icon in the top right corner, then select Customize View. You can then deselect BPM Package Data Fields on the list of filters which are set.
2. As appropriate, click Data Fields or Parameters folder in the Project Explorer. If you need to add a Data Field at the Package level, select New > Data Field as described in Using the Wizards to Create a New Data Field or Parameter . The Properties view is displayed.
3. Click the plus icon. A new data field or parameter is added. As appropriate, modify the properties.