PCA - Adding Data Elements: Create New Data Elements

Open the Program Stage Section Menu using the three dots located on the far-right

Select Add Data Element(s)

Select Create New Data Element. The Form to create New Data Elements will appear with the required fields (See Image 4).

Fill in the required fields and the desired optional fields:

1. Compulsory: Activating this option, the field must be filled in the Data Entry.

2. Display in Reports: Activating the display in reports. The Data Element will appear in the Stage Information after completing the Event.

3. Value Type: The Value Type in the DHIS2 Configuration will be listed in a dropdown, depending on the selected Value Type, the Field will have different appearance and the allowed Data.

4. Option Set

5. Aggregation Type

6. Form Name(*):

7. Automatic Name, Short Name and Code:

8. Description:

9. Legend Sets