Birth Message Count
Associated with: Sparkplug Publisher database items
This status attribute displays the number of birth messages that has been published by the Sparkplug Publisher to the broker during the current online session.
A birth message is published in the following situations:
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When you change the configuration of a point that is associated with the Sparkplug Publisher database item.
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When you add a new point to the Sparkplug Publisher database item.
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When you remove an existing point from the Sparkplug Publisher database item.
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When you modify any of the configuration properties of the Sparkplug Publisher database item (see Configure the Properties on the Sparkplug Publisher Tab).
Use this status attribute in conjunction with other status attributes, such as Session Start Time and Latest Birth Published Time.