OPAL Object

The OPerator Assistance Language (OPAL) is the operations language that can be used in Robot Schedule jobs.

OPAL objects are used to specify the exception dates to the job’s normal run schedule. For more information on OPAL, see the OPAL Overview. Note: OPAL objects are created and added to jobs in the Explorer or IBM i versions of Robot Schedule.

To view the OPAL Object page:

  1. In the Navigation Pane, clicktap Jobs under the Robot Schedule menu. If the menu is hidden, hover over the Navigation Pane to expand it.

  2. ClickTap The Show Actions button. Show Actions for a job that uses an OPAL object. Then, select Properties.

  3. Locate the OPAL object.

    Showing the link to the OPAL object on the job properties page.

  4. ClickTap the OPAL object's name to view details about it.

  5. ClickTap Close to return to the Job properties page.