Description
The UnitValue describes a combination of value and the related unit. These kind of representation helps to compare different values with the same unit or to convert different units.
Use
– For every numeric value belonging to a concrete unit.Not use
– For not numeric values. – For values without unit.Data Model
Name | Type | M | M2 | Description | Example |
value | Number | X | A value belonging to a concrete unit and a special record. | ||
unit | String | X | The unit for the recorded value. | ||
valueText | String | X | X | In case of inseparability of value and unit and for representation. |
Rules
If a value is not recorded in a structured way, only the valueText is used. Else the value and unit is recorded and the combination of both is recorded in the valueText.