Overview
An Asset Schema controls which Data and Snapshot are available for an Asset. Changing the schema is useful when an asset needs to follow a different configuration structure, such as when the asset type changes, the device setup changes, or the wrong schema was originally applied.
This article explains how to change an asset schema from Inspector and save the update.
Why this is important
Changing the schema ensures the asset is using the correct configuration layout.
This helps with:
- Showing the correct configuration fields for the asset
- Aligning the asset with the correct device or operational setup
- Improving data consistency across similar assets
- Avoiding confusion when users are editing or reviewing Asset Configuration
Before you start
Before changing the schema, confirm that:
- You have access to Inspector
- You have permission to edit Asset Configuration
- You know which schema should be applied
- Changing the schema will not remove or conflict with information your team still needs
Where to change the schema
The schema is changed from the asset record in:
Inspector → Asset → Configuration
How to change an asset schema
Step 1 – Open Inspector
From the left-hand navigation, select Inspector.
Inspector is where you open and manage individual asset records.
Step 2 – Open the asset
Locate and open the asset you want to update.
Use the asset list or search area to open the correct asset record before making changes.
Step 3 – Open Configuration
Within the asset record, select Configuration.
The Configuration tab contains the asset’s configurable settings, including the schema currently assigned to that asset.
Step 4 – Select Edit
Click Edit to enable changes.
Screen control: Edit
The Edit button places the Configuration screen into edit mode.
Until Edit is selected, the fields are generally view-only.
Step 5 – Select the new schema and save
In edit mode, locate the Schema field and choose the correct option from the dropdown list. Once selected, click Save.
Screen controls in this step
- Schema dropdown
This dropdown displays the schemas available for the asset. Use it to select the schema you want to apply. - Save
The Save button applies the schema change to the asset. The new schema will become the active configuration structure for that asset.
What this step does
This updates the asset so it uses a different configuration schema. After saving, the fields available in Asset Configuration may change depending on the schema selected.
What to check after saving
After saving the new schema, confirm that:
- The correct schema is now shown on the asset
- The expected data fields are available
- The asset still matches the intended device or operational setup
If needed, review the rest of the Configuration tab to make sure all required fields are still correct after the schema change.
Best practices
- Only change the schema when you are confident the asset should use a different configuration structure
- Confirm the correct schema before saving
- Review the asset configuration after the change
- Use consistent schemas for similar asset types where possible
Troubleshooting
I cannot edit the schema
Make sure you are in the Configuration tab and have clicked Edit.
I do not see the schema I need
Check whether the schema exists in your tenant and whether it is available for that asset type.
The fields changed after saving
This is expected. The schema controls which configuration fields are shown for the asset.
I do not have access to change it
Your user role may not have permission to edit Asset Configuration. Contact your administrator if needed.