Editing a Scheduled Job
Editing a scheduled job in PTC Orbit allows you to modify existing data import schedules to align with evolving business needs and data requirements. This feature is crucial when organizations need to adjust the frequency, data source, or specific asset details included in the scheduled import. For example, a company may initially schedule a weekly data import from an ERP system, but later decide to increase the frequency to daily for more real-time asset updates. Similarly, you may need to update the data mapping rules to include additional asset attributes, such as warranty details or service history. By editing a scheduled job, organizations ensure that asset information remains accurate, timely, and relevant while reducing manual intervention. This flexibility enhances data integrity, improves operational efficiency, and ensures that decision-making is based on the most up-to-date asset records.
Perform the following steps to edit a scheduled job.
1. Log in to PTC Orbit and click the

icon to launch the navigation pane.
2. Click Data Source and then click the Schedule Sources tab. The scheduled jobs list view is displayed.
3. Click the required job to open the detail view.
4. Click Edit Job from the upper right corner of the page. The job editor page is displayed.
5. Make the required changes and click Save.
A confirmation message is displayed after successful validation. For more information on editing a schedule, refer to the
Schedule a Data Source section.