Log system function

Use the Log system function to record a custom message in the event log when this system step executes.

To specify a Log system function

  1. From the General System Palette, drag a Log step onto the workflow map where you want to record a message in the event log.

    See About system steps for information about including multiple system functions in a single step.

  2. In Event Type Expression, enter a number--an integer or integer expression--that identifies this message.

    Specify a number above 1000; integers between 1 and 1000 are reserved for other events.

    NOTE If you enter an integer between 1 and 1000, the system will add 1000 to your entry and use this new number for your event log entry.

  3. In Event Message Expression, enter a string expression that will be recorded in the event log.

For example, to record the value of the data field my_string_field in the event log, you specify the following:

When the workflow runs and the Log system step executes, use Process Administrator to find the message in the event log:

NOTE The events logged by this system function are unrelated to event logging options designated in Process Configuration Console. See About event logs regarding general information about event logging.