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Metric Class
A Metric is a named item with a weighting that can be associated with an element for purposes of building metrics about the model. Metrics are accessed through the Element Metrics collection.
Associated table in .EAP file: t_objectmetrics
Metric Attributes:
Attribute |
Type |
Notes |
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Name |
String |
Read/Write The name of the metric.
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Notes |
String |
Read/Write Notes about this metric.
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ObjectType |
Read only Distinguishes objects referenced through a Dispatch interface.
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Type |
String |
Read/Write The metric type.
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Weight |
Long |
Read/Write A user-defined weighting for estimation or metric purposes.
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Metric Methods:
Method |
Type |
Notes |
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GetLastError () |
String |
Returns a string value describing the most recent error that occurred in relation to this object. This function is rarely used as an exception is thrown when an error occurs.
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Update () |
Boolean |
Updates the current Metric object after modification or appending a new item. If false is returned, check the GetLastError function for more information.
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