Connects an eligible item or material record to an alternative record. It identifies another option that can be considered for the same need.
When to use it
Use Alternate Item when you need to record this connection between the source and target records. Alternate Item identifies an alternative to consider.
Records and direction
- Relationship type: Non-structure. Associates records without creating a parent-child hierarchy.
- From: Item, Material, Manufacturing Assembly, Manufacturing Component, Kit, Packaging Item, Production Output.
- To: Item, Material, Manufacturing Assembly, Manufacturing Component, Kit, Packaging Item, Production Output.
How to use it
- Create the relation with drag and drop in a Structure widget: drag the intended Item onto the Item it relates to. Choose Alternate Item, review the direction and any offered values, then confirm.
- Alternatively, use Connect from the source record and select the target with the Alternate Item relationship.
- Review the resulting connection and the selected record versions where applicable. Check the displayed relationship filters if the connection is not visible.
Example
Seal S-10 (Item) is connected to Seal S-12 (Item) through Alternate Item. The association lets readers follow the related information without creating a hierarchy. An alternate connection does not itself authorize substitution in a particular use.
Choosing the relationship
Alternate Item identifies an alternative to consider. Substitute Item records a substitute; follow the applicable conditions and authorization for actual use.
