Meter Inventory Management Test Cases (MX01US03)

Test Scenario Summary

A. Functional Test Scenarios

Inventory Dashboard & Overview Management
Meter Search & Filtering Operations
Bulk Meter Addition (Manual & CSV)
Meter Disposal Management
Meter Specifications Viewing
Inventory Reporting & Export
Work Order Integration
Meter Lifecycle Tracking

B. Non-Functional Test Scenarios

Performance Testing (Response < 1sec)
Security & Authorization
Cross-Browser Compatibility
Data Integrity & Validation
Concurrent User Handling

C. Edge Case & Error Scenarios

Boundary Value Testing
Invalid Input Handling
System Failure Recovery
Data Inconsistency Management

FUNCTIONAL TEST CASES

Test Case 1: Inventory Dashboard Access and Overview Display

Test Case ID: MX01US03_TC_001
Title: Verify Meter Supervisor can access inventory dashboard and view summary metrics
Created By: Auto-generated
Created Date: June 03, 2025
Version: 1.0

Classification:

Module/Feature: Inventory Dashboard
Test Type: Functional
Test Level: System
Priority: P1-Critical
Execution Phase: Smoke
Automation Status: Planned-for-Automation

Enhanced Tags: MOD-Dashboard, P1-Critical, Phase-Smoke, Type-Functional, Platform-Web, Report-Engineering, Customer-Enterprise, Risk-High, Business-Critical, Revenue-Impact-High, Integration-End-to-End

Business Context:

Customer_Segment: Enterprise
Revenue_Impact: High
Business_Priority: Must-Have
Customer_Journey: Daily-Usage
Compliance_Required: No
SLA_Related: Yes

Quality Metrics:

Risk_Level: High
Complexity_Level: Medium
Expected_Execution_Time: 2 minutes
Reproducibility_Score: High
Data_Sensitivity: Medium
Failure_Impact: Critical

Coverage Tracking:

Feature_Coverage: 85%
Integration_Points: SMART360 Authentication, Database
Code_Module_Mapped: Dashboard.js, InventoryService.js
Requirement_Coverage: Complete
Cross_Platform_Support: Web

Stakeholder Reporting:

Primary_Stakeholder: Engineering
Report_Categories: Quality-Dashboard, Module-Coverage
Trend_Tracking: Yes
Executive_Visibility: Yes
Customer_Impact_Level: High

Requirements Traceability:

Related_Requirements: Section 5 - Accessing Inventory Overview
Related_Bugs: N/A
Related_Test_Cases: MX01US03_TC_002, MX01US03_TC_003

Test Environment:

Environment: Staging
Browser/Version: Chrome 115+
Device/OS: Windows 11
Screen_Resolution: Desktop-1920x1080
Dependencies: SMART360 Authentication Service, Inventory Database
Performance_Baseline: < 1 second page load
Data_Requirements: Active meter inventory data

Prerequisites:

Setup_Requirements: Valid SMART360 account with Meter Supervisor permissions
User_Roles_Permissions: Device Manager role with inventory access
Test_Data: Minimum 5 in-stock meters, 2 disposed meters
Prior_Test_Cases: Authentication successful

Test Procedure:

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Navigate to SMART360 login page	Login page displays	URL: https://smart360.utility.com	-
2	Enter valid Device Manager credentials	Authentication successful	Username: device.manager@utility.com, Password: SecurePass123!	-
3	Click on "Meters" section from main menu	Meters section opens	-	Main navigation should be visible
4	Select "Inventory" tab	Inventory dashboard loads	-	Default view should be "In Stock"
5	Verify summary metrics display	Shows "X meters available in stock"	Expected: "5 meters available in stock"	Count should match actual inventory
6	Verify tab structure	Both "In Stock" and "Disposed" tabs visible	-	Tabs should be clearly labeled
7	Click "Disposed" tab	Disposed meters view loads	Expected: "2 disposed meters"	Count should match disposed inventory
8	Verify page load time	Dashboard loads within performance benchmark	< 1 second	Use browser dev tools to measure

Verification Points:

Primary_Verification: Dashboard displays with correct meter counts
Secondary_Verifications: Navigation elements present, tabs functional, performance within limits
Negative_Verification: No error messages, no broken UI elements

Test Case 2: Advanced Meter Search Functionality

Test Case Metadata

Test Case ID: MX01US03_TC_002
Title: Verify comprehensive meter search functionality with multiple parameters and performance requirements
Created By: Auto-generated
Created Date: June 10, 2025
Version: 1.0

Classification

Module/Feature: Search & Filter Engine
Test Type: Functional
Test Level: System
Priority: P1-Critical
Execution Phase: Regression
Automation Status: Automated

Enhanced Tags

MOD-Search, P1-Critical, Phase-Regression, Type-Functional, Platform-Web, Report-Product, Customer-All, Risk-Medium, Business-Critical, Revenue-Impact-Medium, Integration-Point, Happy-Path, MX-Service, Database

Business Context

Customer_Segment: All
Revenue_Impact: Medium
Business_Priority: Must-Have
Customer_Journey: Daily-Usage
Compliance_Required: No
SLA_Related: Yes

Quality Metrics

Risk_Level: Medium
Complexity_Level: High
Expected_Execution_Time: 6 minutes
Reproducibility_Score: High
Data_Sensitivity: Low
Failure_Impact: High

Coverage Tracking

Feature_Coverage: 90%
Integration_Points: Search Service, Filter Service, Database Query Engine
Code_Module_Mapped: MX-SearchService.js, MX-FilterEngine.js, MX-DatabaseQuery.js
Requirement_Coverage: Complete
Cross_Platform_Support: Web

Stakeholder Reporting

Primary_Stakeholder: Product
Report_Categories: Feature-Adoption, Search-Analytics, Performance-Metrics
Trend_Tracking: Yes
Executive_Visibility: No
Customer_Impact_Level: High

Requirements Traceability

Related_Requirements: AC-003 (Support search by device number and model), AC-004 (Provide filtering capabilities by type, manufacturer, and location), Business Rule - Search must support partial matching
Related_Bugs: N/A
Related_Test_Cases: MX01US03_TC_001, MX01US03_TC_007

Test Environment

Environment: Staging
Browser/Version: Chrome 115+, Firefox 110+, Safari 16+, Edge Latest
Device/OS: Windows 10/11, macOS 12+
Screen_Resolution: Desktop-1920x1080, Tablet-1024x768
Dependencies: Search Indexing Service, Database Query Optimizer, Filter Processing Engine
Performance_Baseline: < 1 second search response time
Data_Requirements: Diverse meter inventory with all meter types and manufacturers from sample data

Prerequisites

Setup_Requirements: Logged in as Device Manager with search permissions enabled
User_Roles_Permissions: Search and filter access permissions
Test_Data: Complete sample data set: SN-56789 (FlowMaster 3000, SMART, Elster, Warehouse A), SN-67890 (AquaTrack 200, PHOTO, Sensus, Warehouse B), SN-78901 (WaterMetric Basic, MANUAL, Itron, Warehouse A), SN-89012 (UltraFlow X5, ULTRASONIC, Kamstrup, Field Office), SN-90123 (ReadyFlow AMR, AMR, Badger, Warehouse B)
Prior_Test_Cases: MX01US03_TC_001 (Dashboard Access) must pass

Test Procedure

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Navigate to Inventory dashboard	Dashboard displays with search bar visible	-	Pre-condition verification
2	Click in search bar to activate	Search bar becomes active with cursor blinking	-	UI interaction validation
3	Enter specific device number search	Exact match results display instantly	Search: "SN-56789"	AC-003 exact match testing
4	Verify search result accuracy	Returns single result: FlowMaster 3000 (SN-56789)	Expected: 1 result matching SN-56789	Precision validation
5	Clear search and enter model search	Results filtered by model name	Search: "FlowMaster 3000"	AC-003 model search testing
6	Verify model search results	Returns SN-56789 with FlowMaster 3000 model	Expected: Device SN-56789 (DM1234)	Model-based filtering
7	Test partial matching capability	Partial match results display	Search: "Flow"	Business rule: partial matching
8	Verify partial match results	Returns both FlowMaster and UltraFlow meters	Expected: SN-56789 (FlowMaster), SN-89012 (UltraFlow)	Partial matching validation
9	Clear search and access advanced filters	Filter panel opens with all options visible	Click "Filters" button	AC-004 filter access
10	Test Type filter functionality	Type dropdown displays all meter types	Available options: SMART, PHOTO, MANUAL, ULTRASONIC, AMR	Type filter validation
11	Select "SMART" type filter	Results filtered to show only SMART meters	Selection: SMART	AC-004 type filtering
12	Verify SMART filter results	Shows only SN-56789 (FlowMaster 3000)	Expected: 1 SMART meter result	Filter accuracy check
13	Add Manufacturer filter	Combined type and manufacturer filtering	Additional filter: Manufacturer = "Elster"	Combined filter testing
14	Verify combined filter results	Shows SN-56789 matching both SMART type AND Elster manufacturer	Expected: 1 result (SN-56789)	AC-004 multi-filter validation
15	Add Location filter	Triple filter combination applied	Additional filter: Location = "Warehouse A"	AC-004 location filtering
16	Verify triple filter results	Results match all three criteria (SMART, Elster, Warehouse A)	Expected: 1 result (SN-56789)	Complex filtering validation
17	Test filter combinations for different manufacturers	Filter by manufacturer variety	Test filters: Sensus, Itron, Kamstrup, Badger	Manufacturer coverage
18	Verify location-based filtering	Filter by different warehouse locations	Test locations: Warehouse A, Warehouse B, Field Office	Location filter accuracy
19	Clear all filters	All meters display again with reset state	Click "Clear All Filters"	Filter reset functionality
20	Test search performance benchmark	Search response time within 1 second	Various search terms with timing	Performance requirement validation
21	Test empty search handling	System handles empty search gracefully	Search: "" (empty string)	Edge case handling
22	Test invalid search terms	No results message displayed appropriately	Search: "NonexistentMeter123"	No-results scenario

Verification Points

Primary_Verification: Search returns accurate, filtered results for device numbers, models, types, manufacturers, and locations with sub-1-second response time
Secondary_Verifications: Partial matching works correctly, filters combine properly, performance consistently within limits, empty/invalid searches handled gracefully
Negative_Verification: No invalid results returned, no system errors on edge cases, no performance degradation under various search loads

Test Results (Template)

Status: [Pass/Fail/Blocked/Not-Tested]
Actual_Results: [Record search accuracy, filter combinations, response times]
Execution_Date: [YYYY-MM-DD]
Executed_By: [Tester name]
Execution_Time: [Actual time taken]
Defects_Found: [Bug IDs if issues discovered]
Screenshots_Logs: [Evidence file references]

Acceptance Criteria Coverage: AC-003 ✓, AC-004 ✓ (100% coverage for search and filtering requirements)

Test Case 3: Bulk Meter Addition - Manual Entry Method

Test Case Metadata

Test Case ID: MX01US03_TC_003
Title: Verify bulk meter addition functionality using manual entry method with complete validation
Created By: Auto-generated
Created Date: June 10, 2025
Version: 1.0

Classification

Module/Feature: Bulk Operations - Manual Entry
Test Type: Functional
Test Level: Integration
Priority: P1-Critical
Execution Phase: Regression
Automation Status: Manual

Enhanced Tags

MOD-BulkOps, P1-Critical, Phase-Regression, Type-Functional, Platform-Web, Report-Engineering, Customer-Enterprise, Risk-High, Business-Critical, Revenue-Impact-High, Integration-Point, Happy-Path, MX-Service, Database, Cross-Service

Business Context

Customer_Segment: Enterprise
Revenue_Impact: High
Business_Priority: Must-Have
Customer_Journey: Onboarding
Compliance_Required: No
SLA_Related: Yes

Quality Metrics

Risk_Level: High
Complexity_Level: High
Expected_Execution_Time: 10 minutes
Reproducibility_Score: High
Data_Sensitivity: High
Failure_Impact: Critical

Coverage Tracking

Feature_Coverage: 95%
Integration_Points: Bulk Processing Service, Validation Service, Inventory Database, Audit Service
Code_Module_Mapped: MX-BulkAddService.js, MX-ValidationEngine.js, MX-InventoryDB.js
Requirement_Coverage: Complete
Cross_Platform_Support: Web

Stakeholder Reporting

Primary_Stakeholder: Engineering
Report_Categories: Feature-Reliability, Bulk-Operations-Analytics, Data-Integrity
Trend_Tracking: Yes
Executive_Visibility: Yes
Customer_Impact_Level: High

Requirements Traceability

Related_Requirements: AC-006 (Support bulk addition of new meters through interface), AC-007 (Validate new meter information to prevent duplicates), Business Rule - Required fields include Device Number, Model, Type, Make, Location, Business Rule - Maximum batch size 500 meters
Related_Bugs: N/A
Related_Test_Cases: MX01US03_TC_001, MX01US03_TC_004, MX01US03_TC_012

Test Environment

Environment: Staging
Browser/Version: Chrome 115+, Firefox 110+, Safari 16+, Edge Latest
Device/OS: Windows 10/11, macOS 12+
Screen_Resolution: Desktop-1920x1080, Tablet-1024x768
Dependencies: Bulk Addition Service, Form Validation Service, Database Transaction Manager, Audit Logging Service
Performance_Baseline: < 3 seconds for bulk processing of up to 100 meters
Data_Requirements: Valid meter specification data, unique device numbers not in existing system

Prerequisites

Setup_Requirements: Device Manager logged in with bulk addition permissions enabled
User_Roles_Permissions: Meter addition authorization, bulk operations access
Test_Data: New meter device numbers: SN-11111, SN-22222, SN-33333, SN-44444, SN-55555 (ensuring no duplicates with existing inventory)
Prior_Test_Cases: MX01US03_TC_001 (Dashboard Access) must pass

Test Procedure

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Navigate to Inventory dashboard	Dashboard loads with bulk addition button visible	-	Pre-condition verification
2	Click "Bulk Add Meters" button in top-right corner	Bulk addition modal opens overlaying current page	-	Modal launch validation
3	Verify "Manual Entry" radio button is selected by default	Manual Entry option is pre-selected and active	-	Default selection verification
4	Verify form structure and required fields	All required fields visible: Type, Manufacturer, Model, Initial Warehouse, Device Numbers	Required fields per business rules	AC-006 form validation
5	Click Meter Type dropdown	Type dropdown opens showing all available options	Available options: SMART, PHOTO, MANUAL, ULTRASONIC, AMR	Type selection validation
6	Select "ULTRASONIC" meter type	Type field populated with ULTRASONIC selection	Selection: ULTRASONIC	Business rule: required field
7	Click Manufacturer dropdown	Manufacturer options display filtered appropriately	Available: Elster, Sensus, Itron, Kamstrup, Badger	Manufacturer selection
8	Select "Kamstrup" manufacturer	Manufacturer field shows Kamstrup selection	Selection: Kamstrup	Business rule: required field
9	Click Model dropdown	Model options display filtered by selected manufacturer	Available Kamstrup models	Model filtering validation
10	Select model for Kamstrup	Model field populated with selection	Selection: UltraFlow X7 (new model)	Business rule: required field
11	Enter Initial Warehouse location	Warehouse field accepts text input	Input: "Distribution Center North"	Business rule: required field
12	Enter device numbers in text area (one per line)	Text area accepts multiple device numbers properly formatted	Device Numbers:<br/>SN-11111<br/>SN-22222<br/>SN-33333<br/>SN-44444<br/>SN-55555	5 unique device numbers
13	Verify device number format validation	System accepts properly formatted device numbers	Format validation for SN-XXXXX pattern	Input validation check
14	Click "Add Meters" button	Processing indicator appears and bulk addition begins	-	Processing initiation
15	Wait for processing completion	Success confirmation message displays with accurate count	Expected: "5 meters added successfully"	AC-006 success feedback
16	Verify modal closes automatically	Modal closes and returns to main inventory view	-	UI flow completion
17	Search for first added meter	Newly added meter appears in inventory search results	Search: "SN-11111"	AC-007 duplicate prevention verification
18	Verify meter details accuracy	All meter details match entered information	Expected: Type=ULTRASONIC, Manufacturer=Kamstrup, Model=UltraFlow X7, Location=Distribution Center North	Data integrity validation
19	Search for all added meters	All 5 meters appear in inventory with correct details	Search each: SN-11111 through SN-55555	Complete batch verification
20	Verify inventory count update	Dashboard meter count increases by 5	Previous count + 5 new meters	Inventory synchronization
21	Test form reset after successful addition	Form fields clear for next operation	All fields should be reset to default state	Form state management
22	Test cancel functionality	Cancel button properly closes modal without saving	Click Cancel button	Cancel operation validation

Verification Points

Primary_Verification: All 5 meters successfully added with correct details (Type=ULTRASONIC, Manufacturer=Kamstrup, Model=UltraFlow X7, Location=Distribution Center North)
Secondary_Verifications: Form validation works properly, success feedback provided, inventory count updated, modal behavior correct
Negative_Verification: No duplicate entries created, no data corruption, no processing errors

Test Results (Template)

Status: [Pass/Fail/Blocked/Not-Tested]
Actual_Results: [Record number of meters added, data accuracy, processing time]
Execution_Date: [YYYY-MM-DD]
Executed_By: [Tester name]
Execution_Time: [Actual time taken]
Defects_Found: [Bug IDs if issues discovered]
Screenshots_Logs: [Evidence file references]

Acceptance Criteria Coverage: AC-006 ✓, AC-007 ✓ (100% coverage for bulk addition and validation requirements)

Test Case 4: Bulk Meter Addition - CSV Upload Method

Test Case Metadata

Test Case ID: MX01US03_TC_004
Title: Verify bulk meter addition functionality using CSV upload method with batch validation
Created By: Auto-generated
Created Date: June 10, 2025
Version: 1.0

Classification

Module/Feature: Bulk Operations - CSV Upload
Test Type: Functional
Test Level: Integration
Priority: P1-Critical
Execution Phase: Regression
Automation Status: Manual

Enhanced Tags

Business Context

Customer_Segment: Enterprise
Revenue_Impact: High
Business_Priority: Must-Have
Customer_Journey: Onboarding
Compliance_Required: No
SLA_Related: Yes

Quality Metrics

Risk_Level: High
Complexity_Level: High
Expected_Execution_Time: 8 minutes
Reproducibility_Score: High
Data_Sensitivity: High
Failure_Impact: Critical

Coverage Tracking

Feature_Coverage: 95%
Integration_Points: CSV Parser Service, File Upload Service, Batch Validation Engine, Database Transaction Manager
Code_Module_Mapped: MX-CSVParser.js, MX-FileUpload.js, MX-BatchValidator.js, MX-InventoryDB.js
Requirement_Coverage: Complete
Cross_Platform_Support: Web

Stakeholder Reporting

Primary_Stakeholder: Engineering
Report_Categories: Bulk-Operations-Analytics, File-Processing-Metrics, Data-Integrity
Trend_Tracking: Yes
Executive_Visibility: Yes
Customer_Impact_Level: High

Requirements Traceability

Related_Requirements: AC-006 (Support bulk addition of new meters through interface), AC-007 (Validate new meter information to prevent duplicates), Business Rule - Batch uploads must validate all records before processing, Business Rule - Maximum batch size 500 meters
Related_Bugs: N/A
Related_Test_Cases: MX01US03_TC_003, MX01US03_TC_011, MX01US03_TC_012

Test Environment

Environment: Staging
Browser/Version: Chrome 115+, Firefox 110+, Safari 16+, Edge Latest
Device/OS: Windows 10/11, macOS 12+
Screen_Resolution: Desktop-1920x1080
Dependencies: CSV Processing Engine, File Upload Infrastructure, Validation Pipeline, Database Transaction System
Performance_Baseline: < 5 seconds for 100 meters CSV processing
Data_Requirements: Valid CSV file with proper headers and device number data

Prerequisites

Setup_Requirements: CSV file prepared with headers: device_number, Valid file upload permissions configured
User_Roles_Permissions: Bulk upload permissions, file processing authorization
Test_Data: CSV file: meter_bulk_upload.csv with content: device_number SN-66666 SN-77777 SN-88888 SN-99999 SN-10101
Prior_Test_Cases: MX01US03_TC_001 (Dashboard Access) must pass

Test Procedure

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Navigate to Inventory dashboard and click "Bulk Add Meters"	Bulk addition modal opens successfully	-	Modal access verification
2	Select "CSV Upload" radio button	CSV upload interface becomes active	Click CSV Upload option	Interface mode switching
3	Verify CSV upload interface elements	File upload area and metadata fields are visible	UI elements: Choose File button, Type dropdown, Manufacturer dropdown, Model dropdown, Initial Warehouse field	AC-006 interface validation
4	Select Meter Type for batch application	Type dropdown populated and selected	Selection: PHOTO	Metadata for all uploaded meters
5	Select Manufacturer for batch application	Manufacturer dropdown shows selection	Selection: Sensus	Batch metadata application
6	Select Model for batch application	Model dropdown filtered by manufacturer	Selection: AquaTrack 300 (new model)	Model consistency validation
7	Enter Initial Warehouse for batch	Warehouse field accepts input	Input: "Regional Depot East"	Location for all uploaded meters
8	Click "Choose file" button	Standard OS file browser dialog opens	-	File selection interface
9	Select prepared CSV file	File name appears in upload field	File: meter_bulk_upload.csv	File selection confirmation
10	Verify file upload instructions	Clear guidance message displays about CSV format	Expected message: "CSV must include device numbers. Type, manufacturer, model, and warehouse will be applied to all imported meters."	User guidance validation
11	Verify file content preview	System shows preview of file contents or row count	Expected: 5 device numbers detected	File parsing verification
12	Click "Add Meters" button	Processing begins with loading indicator	-	Upload processing initiation
13	Monitor processing progress	Progress indicator shows upload status	Visual feedback during processing	User experience validation
14	Verify successful upload completion	Success confirmation displays with accurate count	Expected: "5 meters added successfully"	AC-006 success feedback
15	Verify modal closure	Modal closes automatically after success	Return to main inventory view	UI flow completion
16	Search for uploaded meters	All uploaded meters appear in search results	Search: SN-66666, SN-77777, SN-88888, SN-99999, SN-10101	AC-007 upload verification
17	Verify metadata application	All uploaded meters have correct metadata applied	Expected for all: Type=PHOTO, Manufacturer=Sensus, Model=AquaTrack 300, Location=Regional Depot East	Metadata consistency validation
18	Verify inventory count update	Dashboard count increases by 5 meters	Previous inventory count + 5	Inventory synchronization
19	Test file format validation	Invalid CSV files are rejected appropriately	Test with: .txt file, .xlsx file, malformed CSV	File type validation
20	Test empty CSV handling	Empty or header-only CSV shows appropriate error	Empty CSV file	Edge case handling

Verification Points

Primary_Verification: CSV upload processes successfully with all 5 meters added and correct metadata (Type=PHOTO, Manufacturer=Sensus, Model=AquaTrack 300, Location=Regional Depot East) applied to all uploaded meters
Secondary_Verifications: File format validation works, batch processing completes within performance limits, user guidance clear, progress feedback provided
Negative_Verification: Invalid file formats rejected, empty files handled gracefully, no partial uploads on validation failures

Test Results (Template)

Status: [Pass/Fail/Blocked/Not-Tested]
Actual_Results: [Record upload success, metadata application, processing time, file validation results]
Execution_Date: [YYYY-MM-DD]
Executed_By: [Tester name]
Execution_Time: [Actual time taken]
Defects_Found: [Bug IDs if issues discovered]
Screenshots_Logs: [Evidence file references]

Acceptance Criteria Coverage: AC-006 ✓, AC-007 ✓ (100% coverage for bulk addition and validation requirements)

Test Case 5: Meter Disposal Management with Business Rule Enforcement

Test Case Metadata

Test Case ID: MX01US03_TC_005
Title: Verify comprehensive meter disposal functionality with complete audit trail and business rule validation
Created By: Auto-generated
Created Date: June 10, 2025
Version: 1.0

Classification

Module/Feature: Disposal Management
Test Type: Functional
Test Level: System
Priority: P1-Critical
Execution Phase: Regression
Automation Status: Manual

Enhanced Tags

MOD-Disposal, P1-Critical, Phase-Regression, Type-Functional, Platform-Web, Report-Product, Customer-All, Risk-High, Business-Critical, Revenue-Impact-Medium, Integration-Point, Happy-Path, MX-Service, Database, Cross-Service

Business Context

Customer_Segment: All
Revenue_Impact: Medium
Business_Priority: Must-Have
Customer_Journey: Support
Compliance_Required: Yes
SLA_Related: No

Quality Metrics

Risk_Level: High
Complexity_Level: High
**Expected_Execution

Test Environment:

Environment: Staging
Browser/Version: Chrome 115+
Dependencies: Disposal Service, Work Order Integration, Audit Service
Performance_Baseline: < 2 seconds disposal processing

Prerequisites:

Setup_Requirements: Meter available for disposal (not assigned to active work order)
User_Roles_Permissions: Supervisor-level authorization for disposal
Test_Data: In-stock meter SN-78901 (WaterMetric Basic)
Prior_Test_Cases: MX01US03_TC_001

Test Procedure:

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Search for meter to dispose	Target meter appears in results	Search: "SN-78901"	WaterMetric Basic should display
2	Click disposal action for meter	Disposal confirmation dialog opens	-	Modal with disposal form
3	Verify disposal reasons dropdown	Valid reasons display	Options: Damaged, Decommissioned, Lost, Defective, End of Life	All business rule reasons
4	Select disposal reason	Reason field populated	Selection: "End of Life"	Common disposal scenario
5	Enter disposal date	Date field accepts input	Date: "2025-06-03"	Current date
6	Enter authorization details	Authorization field populated	Authorization: "SUPERVISOR-001"	Supervisor code
7	Add disposal notes	Notes field accepts input	Notes: "Meter reached end of service life after 8 years of operation"	Detailed reasoning
8	Click "Confirm Disposal"	Processing begins	-	Confirmation required
9	Verify disposal success	Success message displays	Expected: "Meter SN-78901 successfully disposed"	Clear confirmation
10	Check "In Stock" tab	Meter no longer appears	Search: "SN-78901" in In Stock	Should return no results
11	Check "Disposed" tab	Meter appears in disposed list	-	Switch to Disposed tab
12	Verify disposed meter details	All disposal information correct	Expected: Device=SN-78901, Reason=End of Life, Date=2025-06-03, Lifespan calculated	Complete audit trail
13	Verify lifespan calculation	System calculates service years	Expected format: "8 years 5 months"	Auto-calculated from install date

Verification Points:

Primary_Verification: Meter successfully moved from In Stock to Disposed with complete audit trail
Secondary_Verifications: Business rules enforced, lifespan calculated, authorization captured
Negative_Verification: Meter cannot be found in In Stock after disposal

Test Case 6: Meter Specifications Display and Technical Details

Test Case Metadata

Test Case ID: MX01US03_TC_006
Title: Verify comprehensive meter specifications display functionality with complete technical details
Created By: Auto-generated
Created Date: June 10, 2025
Version: 1.0

Classification

Module/Feature: Specifications Library
Test Type: Functional
Test Level: System
Priority: P2-High
Execution Phase: Regression
Automation Status: Automated

Enhanced Tags

MOD-Specifications, P2-High, Phase-Regression, Type-Functional, Platform-Web, Report-Product, Customer-All, Risk-Low, Business-High, Revenue-Impact-Low, Integration-Point, Happy-Path, MX-Service, Database

Business Context

Customer_Segment: All
Revenue_Impact: Low
Business_Priority: Should-Have
Customer_Journey: Daily-Usage
Compliance_Required: No
SLA_Related: No

Quality Metrics

Risk_Level: Low
Complexity_Level: Medium
Expected_Execution_Time: 8 minutes
Reproducibility_Score: High
Data_Sensitivity: Low
Failure_Impact: Low

Coverage Tracking

Feature_Coverage: 90%
Integration_Points: Specifications Database, Meter Catalog Service, Technical Documentation API
Code_Module_Mapped: MX-SpecificationService.js, MX-TechnicalCatalog.js, MX-MetadataDB.js
Requirement_Coverage: Complete
Cross_Platform_Support: Web

Stakeholder Reporting

Primary_Stakeholder: Product
Report_Categories: Feature-Usage, Technical-Data-Quality, User-Experience
Trend_Tracking: No
Executive_Visibility: No
Customer_Impact_Level: Medium

Requirements Traceability

Related_Requirements: AC-005 (Display complete meter details including specifications), AC-013 (Display meter-specific technical specifications), Section 6 - Reviewing Meter Specifications
Related_Bugs: N/A
Related_Test_Cases: MX01US03_TC_001, MX01US03_TC_002

Test Environment

Environment: Staging
Browser/Version: Chrome 115+, Firefox 110+, Safari 16+, Edge Latest
Device/OS: Windows 10/11, macOS 12+, iOS 16+, Android 13+
Screen_Resolution: Desktop-1920x1080, Tablet-1024x768, Mobile-375x667
Dependencies: Technical Specifications Database, Meter Metadata Service, Modal Display Service
Performance_Baseline: < 1 second specification load time
Data_Requirements: Meters with complete specification data across all meter types

Prerequisites

Setup_Requirements: Access to inventory with meters having complete technical specifications
User_Roles_Permissions: Specification viewing permissions
Test_Data: Sample meters with complete specs: SN-56789 (FlowMaster 3000, SMART), SN-67890 (AquaTrack 200, PHOTO), SN-78901 (WaterMetric Basic, MANUAL), SN-89012 (UltraFlow X5, ULTRASONIC), SN-90123 (ReadyFlow AMR, AMR)
Prior_Test_Cases: MX01US03_TC_001 (Dashboard Access) must pass

Test Procedure

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Navigate to Inventory dashboard In Stock tab	Dashboard displays with meters list	-	Pre-condition verification
2	Locate SMART meter in inventory list	Target meter visible with specifications icon	Meter: SN-56789 (FlowMaster 3000)	SMART meter selection
3	Click specifications icon for SMART meter	Specifications modal opens displaying technical details	Click specs icon for SN-56789	AC-005 specifications access
4	Verify SMART meter technical specifications	All core technical specs displayed accurately	Expected specs for FlowMaster 3000:<br/>Max Flow: 25 m³/s<br/>Accuracy: ±1.5%<br/>Pressure Rating: 16 bar<br/>Flow Range: 0.5-25 gpm<br/>Battery Life: 10 years	AC-013 technical details validation
5	Verify SMART meter communication specifications	Communication details present and accurate	Expected communication specs:<br/>Radio: 900MHz<br/>Communication: 900MHz radio<br/>Compatible With: AMI Network A	SMART meter communication data
6	Verify SMART meter manufacturing details	Manufacturing information complete	Expected manufacturing details:<br/>Manufacture Date: 2023-01-15<br/>Calibration Date: 2023-02-01	Manufacturing data validation
7	Verify SMART meter physical specifications	Physical measurements displayed	Expected physical specs:<br/>Dial Length: 99mm<br/>Dial Count: 6	Physical characteristics
8	Close SMART meter specifications	Modal closes and returns to inventory view	Click close or outside modal	Modal close functionality
9	Select PHOTO meter for specifications	PHOTO meter specifications modal opens	Meter: SN-67890 (AquaTrack 200)	PHOTO meter type testing
10	Verify PHOTO meter specifications	PHOTO-specific technical details displayed	Expected specs for AquaTrack 200:<br/>Optical reading capability<br/>Flow Range: 0.1-15 gpm<br/>Accuracy: ±2%<br/>Compatible With: Handheld Reader X	PHOTO meter validation
11	Select MANUAL meter for specifications	MANUAL meter specifications modal opens	Meter: SN-78901 (WaterMetric Basic)	MANUAL meter type testing
12	Verify MANUAL meter specifications	MANUAL-specific technical details displayed	Expected specs for WaterMetric Basic:<br/>Mechanical register<br/>Flow Range: 0.25-20 gpm<br/>Accuracy: ±3%<br/>Communication: Visual (manual reading)	MANUAL meter validation
13	Select ULTRASONIC meter for specifications	ULTRASONIC meter specifications modal opens	Meter: SN-89012 (UltraFlow X5)	ULTRASONIC meter type testing
14	Verify ULTRASONIC meter specifications	ULTRASONIC-specific technical details displayed	Expected specs for UltraFlow X5:<br/>Ultrasonic technology<br/>Flow Range: 0.05-30 gpm<br/>Accuracy: ±0.5%<br/>Battery Life: 15 years<br/>Communication: RF 433MHz<br/>Compatible With: AMI Network B	ULTRASONIC meter validation
15	Select AMR meter for specifications	AMR meter specifications modal opens	Meter: SN-90123 (ReadyFlow AMR)	AMR meter type testing
16	Verify AMR meter specifications	AMR-specific technical details displayed	Expected specs for ReadyFlow AMR:<br/>Flow Range: 0.1-25 gpm<br/>Accuracy: ±1%<br/>Battery Life: 12 years<br/>Communication: AMR 900MHz<br/>Compatible With: Drive-by System Y	AMR meter validation
17	Test specifications completeness across all types	All meter types show complete specification sets	Verify no missing critical technical data	Data completeness validation
18	Test specification modal performance	All specification loads complete within 1 second	Time all modal opens	Performance requirement
19	Test responsive design for specifications	Specifications display properly on different screen sizes	Test on desktop, tablet, mobile resolutions	Cross-device compatibility
20	Verify specification data formatting	All numerical values, dates, and text properly formatted	Check units, date formats, decimal precision	Data presentation quality

Verification Points

Primary_Verification: Complete and accurate specifications display for all meter types (SMART, PHOTO, MANUAL, ULTRASONIC, AMR) with all technical details present and correctly formatted
Secondary_Verifications: Modal functionality works across devices, performance within 1-second load time, data formatting consistent and professional
Negative_Verification: No missing specification data, no display errors, no performance issues across different meter types

Test Results (Template)

Status: [Pass/Fail/Blocked/Not-Tested]
Actual_Results: [Record specification completeness, accuracy, load times, formatting quality]
Execution_Date: [YYYY-MM-DD]
Executed_By: [Tester name]
Execution_Time: [Actual time taken]
Defects_Found: [Bug IDs if issues discovered]
Screenshots_Logs: [Evidence file references]

Acceptance Criteria Coverage: AC-005 ✓, AC-013 ✓ (100% coverage for specifications display requirements)

Test Case 7: Inventory Export with Context Preservation

Test Case Metadata

Test Case ID: MX01US03_TC_007
Title: Verify inventory export functionality with complete search, filter, and sort context preservation
Created By: Auto-generated
Created Date: June 10, 2025
Version: 1.0

Classification

Module/Feature: Export & Reporting
Test Type: Functional
Test Level: System
Priority: P2-High
Execution Phase: Regression
Automation Status: Manual

Enhanced Tags

MOD-Export, P2-High, Phase-Regression, Type-Functional, Platform-Web, Report-Product, Customer-All, Risk-Medium, Business-High, Revenue-Impact-Medium, Integration-Point, Happy-Path, MX-Service, Database

Business Context

Customer_Segment: All
Revenue_Impact: Medium
Business_Priority: Should-Have
Customer_Journey: Daily-Usage
Compliance_Required: Yes
SLA_Related: No

Quality Metrics

Risk_Level: Medium
Complexity_Level: High
Expected_Execution_Time: 10 minutes
Reproducibility_Score: High
Data_Sensitivity: Medium
Failure_Impact: Medium

Coverage Tracking

Feature_Coverage: 95%
Integration_Points: Export Service, File Generation Engine, Query Context Manager, Download Service
Code_Module_Mapped: MX-ExportService.js, MX-FileGenerator.js, MX-QueryContext.js, MX-DownloadManager.js
Requirement_Coverage: Complete
Cross_Platform_Support: Web

Stakeholder Reporting

Primary_Stakeholder: Product
Report_Categories: Export-Usage-Analytics, Data-Access-Metrics, File-Generation-Performance
Trend_Tracking: Yes
Executive_Visibility: No
Customer_Impact_Level: High

Requirements Traceability

Related_Requirements: AC-012 (Provide exportable inventory reports), Business Rule - Export should consist of searched/filtered/sorted items based on current context, Section 6 - Generating Inventory Reports
Related_Bugs: N/A
Related_Test_Cases: MX01US03_TC_002, MX01US03_TC_001

Test Environment

Environment: Staging
Browser/Version: Chrome 115+, Firefox 110+, Safari 16+, Edge Latest
Device/OS: Windows 10/11, macOS 12+
Screen_Resolution: Desktop-1920x1080, Tablet-1024x768
Dependencies: Export Processing Service, File Generation Infrastructure, Context State Manager, Download Handler
Performance_Baseline: < 3 seconds export generation for up to 500 records
Data_Requirements: Diverse inventory data for comprehensive export testing

Prerequisites

Setup_Requirements: Logged in with export permissions enabled
User_Roles_Permissions: Export and download permissions
Test_Data: Complete sample inventory: SN-56789 (FlowMaster 3000, SMART, Elster, Warehouse A), SN-67890 (AquaTrack 200, PHOTO, Sensus, Warehouse B), SN-78901 (WaterMetric Basic, MANUAL, Itron, Warehouse A), SN-89012 (UltraFlow X5, ULTRASONIC, Kamstrup, Field Office), SN-90123 (ReadyFlow AMR, AMR, Badger, Warehouse B)
Prior_Test_Cases: MX01US03_TC_001 (Dashboard Access), MX01US03_TC_002 (Search functionality) must pass

Test Procedure

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Navigate to Inventory dashboard with full inventory visible	Dashboard displays complete meter inventory	-	Starting state with all meters
2	Verify baseline export without filters	Export contains all inventory meters	Click export, select CSV format	Baseline export test
3	Download and verify complete export content	CSV contains all 5 sample meters with complete details	Expected: All meters (SN-56789 through SN-90123) with full specifications	Full inventory export validation
4	Apply search filter to inventory	Results filtered to specific search criteria	Search: "SMART"	AC-012 search context preservation
5	Verify search results display	Only SMART meters shown in inventory view	Expected: 1 result (SN-56789 FlowMaster 3000)	Search filtering confirmation
6	Export search-filtered results	Export dialog opens with search context	Click export button while search active	Context preservation test
7	Download and verify search-filtered export	CSV contains only SMART meters from search	Expected: Only SN-56789 (FlowMaster 3000) in export file	Business rule: searched items only
8	Clear search and apply manufacturer filter	Filter results by manufacturer	Clear search, Filter: Manufacturer = "Sensus"	Filter context testing
9	Verify manufacturer filter results	Only Sensus meters displayed	Expected: 1 result (SN-67890 AquaTrack 200)	Filter application verification
10	Export manufacturer-filtered results	Export contains only filtered manufacturer data	Export with Sensus filter active	Filter context preservation
11	Download and verify manufacturer export	CSV contains only Sensus meters	Expected: Only SN-67890 (AquaTrack 200, Sensus)	Business rule: filtered items only
12	Apply location-based filter	Filter by warehouse location	Filter: Location = "Warehouse A"	Location filtering test
13	Verify location filter results	Only Warehouse A meters displayed	Expected: 2 results (SN-56789, SN-78901)	Location filter validation
14	Export location-filtered results	Export reflects location filter context	Export with Warehouse A filter	Location context preservation
15	Apply sorting to filtered results	Sort results by manufacturer alphabetically	Sort: Manufacturer A-Z on Warehouse A results	Sort context testing
16	Verify sort order in display	Results appear in alphabetical order by manufacturer	Expected order: Elster (SN-56789), Itron (SN-78901)	Sort application verification
17	Export sorted and filtered results	Export maintains both filter and sort context	Export with location filter + sort active	Business rule: sorted order preserved
18	Download and verify sorted export	CSV maintains alphabetical sort order	Expected: Elster meter first, then Itron meter	Sort context preservation validation
19	Apply complex multi-context scenario	Combine search + filter + sort	Search: "Flow", Filter: Type=ANY, Sort: Model A-Z	Complex context testing
20	Export complex context results	Export preserves all applied contexts	Export with search+filter+sort active	Comprehensive context preservation
21	Test PDF export format	PDF export generates successfully	Select PDF format instead of CSV	Alternative format testing
22	Verify export file naming convention	Files have descriptive, timestamped names	Expected format: "meter_inventory_2025-06-10_filtered.csv"	File naming validation
23	Test export performance benchmark	Export generation completes within 3 seconds	Time various export operations	Performance requirement

Verification Points

Primary_Verification: Export files contain exactly the data matching current view context (search results, filtered items, sorted order) with no additional or missing data
Secondary_Verifications: Multiple export formats work (CSV, PDF), file naming convention followed, performance within 3-second limit
Negative_Verification: No data outside current context included in exports, no export failures, no performance degradation

Test Results (Template)

Status: [Pass/Fail/Blocked/Not-Tested]
Actual_Results: [Record export accuracy, context preservation, file formats, performance times]
Execution_Date: [YYYY-MM-DD]
Executed_By: [Tester name]
Execution_Time: [Actual time taken]
Defects_Found: [Bug IDs if issues discovered]
Screenshots_Logs: [Evidence file references]

Acceptance Criteria Coverage: AC-012 ✓ (100% coverage for exportable inventory reports requirement)

Test Case 8: Work Order Integration and Automatic Status Updates

Test Case Metadata

Test Case ID: MX01US03_TC_008
Title: Verify automatic meter status updates through comprehensive work order system integration
Created By: Auto-generated
Created Date: June 10, 2025
Version: 1.0

Classification

Module/Feature: Work Order Integration
Test Type: Integration
Test Level: System
Priority: P1-Critical
Execution Phase: Integration
Automation Status: Manual

Enhanced Tags

MOD-Integration, P1-Critical, Phase-Integration, Type-Integration, Platform-Web, Report-Engineering, Customer-Enterprise, Risk-High, Business-Critical, Revenue-Impact-High, Integration-End-to-End, Happy-Path, MX-Service, Database, Cross-Service

Business Context

Customer_Segment: Enterprise
Revenue_Impact: High
Business_Priority: Must-Have
Customer_Journey: Daily-Usage
Compliance_Required: No
SLA_Related: Yes

Quality Metrics

Risk_Level: High
Complexity_Level: Very High
Expected_Execution_Time: 15 minutes
Reproducibility_Score: Medium
Data_Sensitivity: High
Failure_Impact: Critical

Coverage Tracking

Feature_Coverage: 100%
Integration_Points: Work Order Management System, Status Update API, Installation Service API, Disposal Integration API, Customer Management System
Code_Module_Mapped: MX-WorkOrderIntegration.js, MX-StatusUpdateService.js, MX-InstallationAPI.js, MX-CustomerAPI.js
Requirement_Coverage: Complete
Cross_Platform_Support: Web

Stakeholder Reporting

Primary_Stakeholder: Engineering
Report_Categories: Integration-Health, Work-Order-Analytics, Status-Update-Metrics
Trend_Tracking: Yes
Executive_Visibility: Yes
Customer_Impact_Level: Critical

Requirements Traceability

Related_Requirements: AC-010 (Integrate with work order system for meter assignments), AC-011 (Prevent disposal of meters currently assigned to active work orders), Business Rule - Work order completion must automatically update meter status, Business Rule - Installation moves meter from In Stock, Business Rule - Disposal moves meter to disposed tab
Related_Bugs: N/A
Related_Test_Cases: MX01US03_TC_001, MX01US03_TC_005

Test Environment

Environment: Integration Testing Environment
Browser/Version: Chrome 115+
Device/OS: Windows 10/11
Screen_Resolution: Desktop-1920x1080
Dependencies: Work Order Management System API, Customer Management System, Installation Service API, Status Synchronization Service, Real-time Update Handler
Performance_Baseline: < 2 seconds status update processing, < 5 seconds cross-system synchronization
Data_Requirements: Available meters for installation, customer data, work order system access

Prerequisites

Setup_Requirements: Work Order system integration active and tested, Customer management system accessible
User_Roles_Permissions: Work order creation/approval permissions, meter assignment authorization, installation completion rights
Test_Data: Available meter: SN-90123 (ReadyFlow AMR, AMR, Badger, Warehouse B), Customer: Metro Water District, Address: 456 Industrial Blvd, Installation Team: TECH-005
Prior_Test_Cases: MX01US03_TC_001 (Dashboard Access) must pass

Test Procedure

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Verify target meter initial status in inventory	Meter shows as "Available" in In Stock tab	Meter: SN-90123 (ReadyFlow AMR)	AC-010 starting state verification
2	Access Work Order Management System	Work order system accessible and functional	Navigate to work order creation interface	External system availability
3	Create new installation work order	Work order created successfully with meter assignment	Work Order Details:<br/>WO-2025-INS-001<br/>Type: Meter Installation<br/>Customer: Metro Water District<br/>Service Address: 456 Industrial Blvd<br/>Assigned Meter: SN-90123<br/>Technician: TECH-005<br/>Scheduled Date: 2025-06-10	AC-010 work order creation
4	Verify work order details and meter assignment	Work order shows correct meter assignment and customer details	Confirm WO-2025-INS-001 assigned to SN-90123	Work order validation
5	Check meter status during active work order	Meter remains in In Stock but shows assignment status	Expected: SN-90123 status = "Assigned to WO-2025-INS-001"	Assignment tracking
6	Attempt to dispose meter with active work order	System prevents disposal with clear error message	Try to dispose SN-90123 while assigned	AC-011 business rule enforcement
7	Verify disposal prevention error	Appropriate error message displays	Expected: "Cannot dispose meter SN-90123 assigned to active work order WO-2025-INS-001"	Business rule validation
8	Complete installation work order	Installation marked as completed in work order system	Installation Details:<br/>Completion Date: 2025-06-10<br/>Installation Time: 14:30<br/>Technician: TECH-005<br/>Installation Notes: "Standard installation completed successfully. Meter operational and reading properly."	Installation completion
9	Submit work order for supervisor approval	Work order submitted for approval workflow	Approver: SUPERVISOR-004	Business rule: approval required
10	Approve installation work order	Supervisor approves completed installation	Approval Details:<br/>Approved By: SUPERVISOR-004<br/>Approval Date: 2025-06-10<br/>Approval Time: 15:45<br/>Comments: "Installation approved. Customer activation authorized."	Business rule: supervisor approval
11	Monitor automatic status update	System automatically processes status change	Wait for integration sync (should occur within 5 seconds)	AC-010 automatic integration
12	Verify meter removal from In Stock	Meter SN-90123 no longer appears in In Stock inventory	Search: "SN-90123" in In Stock tab	Should return no results
13	Check meter installation status	Meter shows as installed with customer details	Expected status: Installed at Metro Water District, 456 Industrial Blvd, Installation Date: 2025-06-10	Installation status confirmation
14	Create disposal work order for previously installed meter	Disposal work order created for meter removal	Work Order Details:<br/>WO-2025-DIS-001<br/>Type: Meter Disposal<br/>Current Location: Metro Water District<br/>Meter: (Previously installed meter)<br/>Disposal Reason: Defective<br/>Technician: TECH-006	Disposal workflow testing
15	Complete disposal work order	Disposal work order completed and approved	Completion Details:<br/>Disposal Date: 2025-06-10<br/>Reason: Defective<br/>Authorization: SUPERVISOR-004<br/>Disposal Location: Certified Disposal Facility	Disposal completion
16	Verify automatic disposal status update	Meter automatically appears in Disposed tab	Check Disposed tab for disposed meter	AC-010 disposal integration
17	Verify disposed meter details	Complete disposal information displayed	Expected: Disposal date, reason, authorization, lifespan calculation	Disposal data validation
18	Test integration performance	All status updates complete within 2-5 second benchmarks	Time each integration event	Performance requirement validation
19	Verify integration error handling	System handles temporary work order system unavailability gracefully	Simulate work order system downtime	Error resilience testing
20	Test data synchronization consistency	All systems maintain consistent meter status information	Cross-verify status in inventory and work order systems	Data consistency validation

Verification Points

Primary_Verification: Meter SN-90123 automatically transitions from In Stock → Assigned → Installed based on work order completion and approval, with complete audit trail and customer assignment details
Secondary_Verifications: Business rules enforced (cannot dispose assigned meters), integration timing within 2-5 seconds, data synchronization across systems maintained
Negative_Verification: Cannot dispose meters with active work orders, no data inconsistencies between systems, no integration failures

Test Results (Template)

Status: [Pass/Fail/Blocked/Not-Tested]
Actual_Results: [Record integration success, status update timing, business rule enforcement, data consistency]
Execution_Date: [YYYY-MM-DD]
Executed_By: [Tester name]
Execution_Time: [Actual time taken]
Defects_Found: [Bug IDs if issues discovered]
Screenshots_Logs: [Evidence file references]

Acceptance Criteria Coverage: AC-010 ✓, AC-011 ✓ (100% coverage for work order integration requirements)

NON-FUNCTIONAL TEST CASES

Test Case 9: Performance Testing - System Response Times

Test Case Metadata

Test Case ID: MX01US03_TC_009
Title: Verify all meter inventory operations meet performance benchmarks under normal and stress conditions
Created By: Auto-generated
Created Date: June 10, 2025
Version: 1.0

Classification

Module/Feature: Performance Optimization
Test Type: Performance
Test Level: System
Priority: P2-High
Execution Phase: Performance
Automation Status: Automated

Enhanced Tags

MOD-Performance, P2-High, Phase-Performance, Type-Performance, Platform-Web, Report-Engineering, Customer-All, Risk-Medium, Business-High, Revenue-Impact-Medium, Integration-Point, MX-Service, Database, Cross-Service

Business Context

Customer_Segment: All
Revenue_Impact: Medium
Business_Priority: Must-Have
Customer_Journey: Daily-Usage
Compliance_Required: No
SLA_Related: Yes

Quality Metrics

Risk_Level: Medium
Complexity_Level: High
Expected_Execution_Time: 20 minutes
Reproducibility_Score: High
Data_Sensitivity: Low
Failure_Impact: High

Coverage Tracking

Feature_Coverage: 100%
Integration_Points: Database Query Engine, Search Service, Export Service, Bulk Processing Service
Code_Module_Mapped: MX-PerformanceMonitor.js, MX-DatabaseOptimizer.js, MX-CacheManager.js
Requirement_Coverage: Complete
Cross_Platform_Support: Web

Stakeholder Reporting

Primary_Stakeholder: Engineering
Report_Categories: Performance-Metrics, SLA-Compliance, System-Health
Trend_Tracking: Yes
Executive_Visibility: Yes
Customer_Impact_Level: High

Requirements Traceability

Related_Requirements: Performance requirements < 1 second standard operations, < 1 req/minute concurrent load, Business Rule - Maximum search results 50 items per page
Related_Bugs: N/A
Related_Test_Cases: All functional test cases for performance validation

Test Environment

Environment: Performance Testing Environment (Production-like)
Browser/Version: Chrome 115+
Device/OS: Windows 10/11
Screen_Resolution: Desktop-1920x1080
Dependencies: Performance monitoring tools, Load testing infrastructure, Database performance counters
Performance_Baseline: Dashboard < 1 sec, Search < 1 sec, Export < 3 sec, Bulk operations < 5 sec
Data_Requirements: Large dataset with 1000+ meters for realistic performance testing

Prerequisites

Setup_Requirements: Performance testing environment with large dataset, monitoring tools configured
User_Roles_Permissions: Performance testing account with full system access
Test_Data: Performance dataset with 1000 meters across all types and manufacturers
Prior_Test_Cases: System functional in test environment

Test Procedure

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Measure cold dashboard load time	Dashboard loads within 1 second from cold start	First login, empty cache	Cold load performance
2	Measure warm dashboard load time	Dashboard loads within 0.5 seconds on subsequent loads	After initial load, cached state	Warm load performance
3	Test search response time with various queries	All searches complete within 1 second	Search terms: device numbers, models, manufacturers	Search performance validation
4	Measure filter application performance	Filter results display within 1 second	Various filter combinations	Filter performance
5	Test pagination performance	Page navigation completes within 1 second	Navigate through multiple pages of results	Pagination efficiency
6	Measure bulk addition performance (manual)	50 meters process within 3 seconds	Manual bulk entry of 50 meters	Manual bulk performance
7	Measure bulk addition performance (CSV)	100 meters process within 5 seconds	CSV upload with 100 meters	CSV bulk performance
8	Test maximum bulk load (500 meters)	500 meters process within acceptable timeframe	CSV with 500 meters (maximum allowed)	Maximum load testing
9	Measure export generation performance	Export completes within 3 seconds for 500 records	Various export scenarios	Export performance
10	Test concurrent user simulation	System maintains performance with multiple users	Simulate 10 concurrent users at < 1 req/minute each	Concurrent load testing
11	Measure database query performance	All database operations complete within benchmarks	Monitor database response times	Database performance
12	Test memory usage under load	Memory usage remains stable during operations	Monitor memory consumption	Memory efficiency
13	Verify CPU utilization	CPU usage remains within acceptable limits	Monitor CPU during operations	Resource utilization
14	Test network latency impact	Performance maintained across different network conditions	Simulate various network speeds	Network resilience
15	Measure API response times	All API calls complete within 500ms	Time critical API operations	API performance validation

Verification Points

Primary_Verification: All operations meet performance benchmarks - Dashboard < 1s, Search < 1s, Export < 3s, Bulk operations within specified limits
Secondary_Verifications: System maintains performance under concurrent load, resource usage efficient, no performance degradation over time
Negative_Verification: No timeout errors, no performance failures under normal load conditions

Test Results (Template)

Status: [Pass/Fail/Blocked/Not-Tested]
Actual_Results: [Record all timing measurements, resource usage, concurrent load results]
Execution_Date: [YYYY-MM-DD]
Executed_By: [Tester name]
Execution_Time: [Actual time taken]
Defects_Found: [Bug IDs if issues discovered]
Screenshots_Logs: [Performance monitoring reports and evidence]

Acceptance Criteria Coverage: Performance SLA Requirements ✓ (100% coverage for performance requirements)

Test Case 10: Security Testing - Authorization and Data Protection

Test Case Metadata

Test Case ID: MX01US03_TC_010
Title: Verify comprehensive security controls, authorization mechanisms, and data protection for meter inventory system
Created By: Auto-generated
Created Date: June 10, 2025
Version: 1.0

Classification

Module/Feature: Security & Authorization
Test Type: Security
Test Level: System
Priority: P1-Critical
Execution Phase: Security
Automation Status: Manual

Enhanced Tags

MOD-Security, P1-Critical, Phase-Security, Type-Security, Platform-Web, Report-Engineering, Customer-Enterprise, Risk-High, Business-Critical, Revenue-Impact-High, Integration-Point, MX-Service, Database, Cross-Service

Business Context

Customer_Segment: Enterprise
Revenue_Impact: High
Business_Priority: Must-Have
Customer_Journey: Daily-Usage
Compliance_Required: Yes
SLA_Related: Yes

Quality Metrics

Risk_Level: High
Complexity_Level: Very High
Expected_Execution_Time: 25 minutes
Reproducibility_Score: High
Data_Sensitivity: High
Failure_Impact: Critical

Coverage Tracking

Feature_Coverage: 100%
Integration_Points: Authentication Service, Authorization Service, Audit Trail Service, Data Encryption Service, Session Management
Code_Module_Mapped: MX-AuthService.js, MX-PermissionManager.js, MX-AuditLogger.js, MX-SecurityValidator.js
Requirement_Coverage: Complete
Cross_Platform_Support: Web

Stakeholder Reporting

Primary_Stakeholder: Engineering
Report_Categories: Security-Compliance, Access-Control-Metrics, Audit-Trail-Quality
Trend_Tracking: Yes
Executive_Visibility: Yes
Customer_Impact_Level: Critical

Requirements Traceability

Related_Requirements: Business Rule - Only users with appropriate permissions can add new meters, Business Rule - Disposal actions require supervisor-level authorization, Business Rule - Audit trail requirements
Related_Bugs: N/A
Related_Test_Cases: All functional test cases for security validation

Test Environment

Environment: Security Testing Environment
Browser/Version: Chrome 115+, Firefox 110+, Safari 16+, Edge Latest
Device/OS: Windows 10/11, macOS 12+
Screen_Resolution: Desktop-1920x1080
Dependencies: Authentication infrastructure, Authorization service, Security scanning tools, Audit logging system
Performance_Baseline: < 1 second security validation, < 2 seconds authentication
Data_Requirements: Multiple user accounts with different permission levels

Prerequisites

Setup_Requirements: Multiple user accounts configured: Device Manager (full access), Regular User (limited access), Admin (system access), Unauthorized User (no access)
User_Roles_Permissions: Test accounts with varying permission levels for comprehensive authorization testing
Test_Data: User accounts: meter.supervisor@utilityco.com (Device Manager), regular.user@utilityco.com (Limited), admin.user@utilityco.com (Admin), unauthorized.user@external.com (No access)
Prior_Test_Cases: Authentication system operational

Test Procedure

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Test unauthorized system access	Access denied for users without proper credentials	User: unauthorized.user@external.com	Access control validation
2	Verify error message for unauthorized access	Clear access denied message displayed	Expected: "Access denied. Insufficient privileges for meter inventory system."	Security feedback
3	Test regular user access limitations	Regular user can view but cannot perform administrative actions	User: regular.user@utilityco.com	Role-based access control
4	Attempt bulk addition with regular user	Bulk addition functionality not accessible to regular users	Regular user attempting bulk add	Permission enforcement
5	Verify bulk addition permission error	Appropriate permission error message	Expected: "Insufficient permissions for bulk meter operations"	Permission validation feedback
6	Test Device Manager full access	Device Manager can access all inventory functions	User: meter.supervisor@utilityco.com	Full permission validation
7	Verify disposal authorization requirement	Disposal requires supervisor-level authorization code	Attempt disposal without proper authorization	Authorization enforcement
8	Test invalid supervisor authorization	Invalid authorization codes rejected	Invalid authorization: "INVALID-AUTH-001"	Authorization validation
9	Verify valid supervisor authorization	Valid authorization codes accepted	Valid authorization: "SUPERVISOR-005"	Authorization acceptance
10	Test session management	User sessions timeout after inactivity period	Leave session idle for 30+ minutes	Session security
11	Verify session timeout behavior	Automatic logout after timeout with security message	Expected: "Session expired for security. Please log in again."	Session management validation
12	Test data encryption in transit	All data transmission uses HTTPS/TLS encryption	Monitor network traffic during operations	Data protection validation
13	Verify SQL injection prevention	Malicious SQL inputs properly rejected	Test inputs: '; DROP TABLE meters; --, ' OR '1'='1	Input sanitization
14	Test XSS attack prevention	Script injection attempts blocked	Test inputs: <script>alert('XSS')</script>, javascript:alert('XSS')	Cross-site scripting prevention
15	Verify CSRF protection	Cross-site request forgery attacks prevented	Attempt CSRF attacks on critical operations	CSRF protection validation
16	Test audit trail creation	All user actions properly logged with complete details	Perform various operations and verify audit logs	Audit logging validation
17	Verify audit trail completeness	Audit logs contain user ID, action, timestamp, IP address, affected resources	Check audit log entries for completeness	Audit data quality
18	Test password policy enforcement	Strong password requirements enforced	Test weak passwords during account creation	Password security
19	Verify account lockout protection	Account lockout after multiple failed login attempts	Attempt 5 failed logins	Brute force protection
20	Test data access controls	Users can only access data within their authorization scope	Verify data filtering by user permissions	Data access control
21	Verify sensitive data handling	PII and sensitive meter data properly protected	Check data masking and access controls	Data sensitivity protection
22	Test API security	API endpoints properly secured with authentication/authorization	Test API access without proper credentials	API security validation

Verification Points

Primary_Verification: All security controls function correctly - unauthorized access blocked, role-based permissions enforced, supervisor authorization required for disposal, complete audit trails created
Secondary_Verifications: Data encryption active, input validation prevents attacks, session management secure, password policies enforced
Negative_Verification: No security bypasses possible, no unauthorized data access, no successful injection attacks

Test Results (Template)

Status: [Pass/Fail/Blocked/Not-Tested]
Actual_Results: [Record security test results, permission enforcement, audit trail completeness, attack prevention]
Execution_Date: [YYYY-MM-DD]
Executed_By: [Tester name]
Execution_Time: [Actual time taken]
Defects_Found: [Bug IDs if security issues discovered]
Screenshots_Logs: [Security testing evidence and audit trail examples]

Acceptance Criteria Coverage: Security Requirements ✓ (100% coverage for security and authorization requirements)

EDGE CASE & ERROR HANDLING TEST CASES

Test Case 11: Boundary Value Testing - Bulk Operations Limits

Test Case Metadata

Test Case ID: MX01US03_TC_011
Title: Verify system behavior at boundary conditions and maximum operational limits
Created By: Auto-generated
Created Date: June 10, 2025
Version: 1.0

Classification

Module/Feature: Boundary Value Testing
Test Type: Functional
Test Level: System
Priority: P2-High
Execution Phase: Edge-Case
Automation Status: Manual

Enhanced Tags

MOD-BulkOps, P2-High, Phase-Edge-Case, Type-Functional, Platform-Web, Report-QA, Customer-Enterprise, Risk-Medium, Business-High, Revenue-Impact-Medium, Integration-Point, MX-Service, Database

Business Context

Customer_Segment: Enterprise
Revenue_Impact: Medium
Business_Priority: Should-Have
Customer_Journey: Onboarding
Compliance_Required: No
SLA_Related: No

Quality Metrics

Risk_Level: Medium
Complexity_Level: High
Expected_Execution_Time: 15 minutes
Reproducibility_Score: High
Data_Sensitivity: Low
Failure_Impact: Medium

Coverage Tracking

Feature_Coverage: 85%
Integration_Points: Bulk Processing Engine, Validation Service, Error Handling Service
Code_Module_Mapped: MX-BulkValidator.js, MX-BoundaryChecker.js, MX-ErrorHandler.js
Requirement_Coverage: Complete
Cross_Platform_Support: Web

Stakeholder Reporting

Primary_Stakeholder: QA
Report_Categories: Edge-Case-Coverage, Boundary-Testing-Results, Error-Handling-Quality
Trend_Tracking: No
Executive_Visibility: No
Customer_Impact_Level: Medium

Requirements Traceability

Related_Requirements: Business Rule - Maximum batch size for bulk addition is 500 meters at once, Business Rule - Batch uploads must validate all records before processing
Related_Bugs: N/A
Related_Test_Cases: MX01US03_TC_003, MX01US03_TC_004

Test Environment

Environment: Staging
Browser/Version: Chrome 115+
Device/OS: Windows 10/11
Screen_Resolution: Desktop-1920x1080
Dependencies: Bulk Processing Service, File Validation Service, Error Management System
Performance_Baseline: < 10 seconds for maximum batch processing
Data_Requirements: Test files with varying sizes and edge case data

Prerequisites

Setup_Requirements: Ability to generate test CSV files with specific record counts
User_Roles_Permissions: Bulk addition permissions
Test_Data: CSV files with 1, 499, 500, 501, 1000 meter records for boundary testing
Prior_Test_Cases: MX01US03_TC_003 (Manual bulk addition) and MX01US03_TC_004 (CSV upload) must pass

Test Procedure

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Test minimum boundary - single meter manual entry	Single meter processes successfully	Manual entry: 1 unique device number	Lower boundary validation
2	Test minimum boundary - single meter CSV	Single meter CSV processes successfully	CSV file with 1 meter record	CSV minimum boundary
3	Test near-maximum boundary (499 meters)	499 meters process successfully within time limits	CSV file with 499 unique device numbers	Near-maximum boundary
4	Test exact maximum boundary (500 meters)	500 meters process successfully at maximum limit	CSV file with exactly 500 unique device numbers	Maximum boundary validation
5	Verify 500-meter processing performance	Processing completes within acceptable timeframe	Monitor processing time for 500 meters	Performance at maximum
6	Test boundary violation (501 meters)	System rejects upload with clear error message	CSV file with 501 unique device numbers	Boundary violation test
7	Verify boundary violation error message	Clear, user-friendly error message about 500-meter limit	Expected: "Maximum batch size is 500 meters. Your file contains 501 meters. Please reduce the batch size."	Error message validation
8	Test significantly over limit (1000 meters)	System consistently rejects oversized batches	CSV file with 1000 meters	Extreme boundary test
9	Test empty CSV file	Appropriate error handling for empty files	CSV file with headers only, no data rows	Empty file handling
10	Test CSV with only headers	Validation error for header-only files	CSV with device_number header but no data	Header-only validation
11	Test maximum device number length	Very long device numbers handled appropriately	Device numbers with 100+ characters	Length boundary testing
12	Test minimum device number length	Single character device numbers validated	Device numbers: "A", "1", "X"	Minimum length validation
13	Test special characters in device numbers	Special character validation applied consistently	Device numbers with: @#$%^&*()+=[]{}	;':",./<>?
14	Test unicode characters in device numbers	Unicode character handling validated	Device numbers with: émétér-001, 测试仪表-002	Unicode boundary testing
15	Test maximum warehouse name length	Very long warehouse names handled properly	Warehouse name with 500+ characters	Warehouse name boundary
16	Test null/empty required fields	All required field validations enforced	Submit with empty Type, Manufacturer, Model fields	Required field boundaries
17	Test concurrent boundary operations	Multiple users hitting boundaries simultaneously	Two users each uploading 500 meters simultaneously	Concurrency boundaries
18	Test memory usage at boundaries	System memory usage remains stable at maximum loads	Monitor memory during 500-meter processing	Memory boundary validation

Verification Points

Primary_Verification: System properly enforces 500-meter maximum limit with clear error messages, processes exactly 500 meters successfully, rejects 501+ meters consistently
Secondary_Verifications: Edge cases handled gracefully (empty files, extreme lengths, special characters), performance acceptable at boundaries, memory usage stable
Negative_Verification: No boundary bypasses possible, no system crashes at limits, no data corruption at boundaries

Test Results (Template)

Status: [Pass/Fail/Blocked/Not-Tested]
Actual_Results: [Record boundary behavior, error messages, processing times, edge case handling]
Execution_Date: [YYYY-MM-DD]
Executed_By: [Tester name]
Execution_Time: [Actual time taken]
Defects_Found: [Bug IDs if boundary issues discovered]
Screenshots_Logs: [Evidence of boundary testing and error messages]

Acceptance Criteria Coverage: Boundary Conditions ✓ (100% coverage for boundary value requirements)

Test Case 12: Duplicate Device Number Prevention and Validation

Test Case Metadata

Test Case ID: MX01US03_TC_012
Title: Verify comprehensive duplicate device number detection and prevention across all input methods
Created By: Auto-generated
Created Date: June 10, 2025
Version: 1.0

Classification

Module/Feature: Data Validation - Duplicate Prevention
Test Type: Functional
Test Level: System
Priority: P1-Critical
Execution Phase: Validation
Automation Status: Automated

Enhanced Tags

MOD-Validation, P1-Critical, Phase-Validation, Type-Functional, Platform-Web, Report-Engineering, Customer-All, Risk-High, Business-Critical, Revenue-Impact-High, Integration-Point, Happy-Path, MX-Service, Database

Business Context

Customer_Segment: All
Revenue_Impact: High
Business_Priority: Must-Have
Customer_Journey: Onboarding
Compliance_Required: Yes
SLA_Related: Yes

Quality Metrics

Risk_Level: High
Complexity_Level: High
Expected_Execution_Time: 12 minutes
Reproducibility_Score: High
Data_Sensitivity: High
Failure_Impact: Critical

Coverage Tracking

Feature_Coverage: 100%
Integration_Points: Validation Engine, Database Constraint System, Duplicate Detection Service, Error Reporting Service
Code_Module_Mapped: MX-DuplicateValidator.js, MX-DatabaseConstraints.js, MX-ValidationEngine.js
Requirement_Coverage: Complete
Cross_Platform_Support: Web

Stakeholder Reporting

Primary_Stakeholder: Engineering
Report_Categories: Data-Integrity-Metrics, Validation-Quality, Duplicate-Prevention-Analytics
Trend_Tracking: Yes
Executive_Visibility: Yes
Customer_Impact_Level: High

Requirements Traceability

Related_Requirements: AC-007 (Validate new meter information to prevent duplicates), Business Rule - Each meter must have a unique device number, Business Rule - Duplicate device numbers must be rejected with clear error message
Related_Bugs: N/A
Related_Test_Cases: MX01US03_TC_003, MX01US03_TC_004

Test Environment

Environment: Staging
Browser/Version: Chrome 115+, Firefox 110+, Safari 16+, Edge Latest
Device/OS: Windows 10/11, macOS 12+
Screen_Resolution: Desktop-1920x1080
Dependencies: Database Unique Constraint System, Real-time Validation Service, Error Message Service
Performance_Baseline: < 1 second duplicate validation response
Data_Requirements: Existing meters in system for duplicate testing against

Prerequisites

Setup_Requirements: Existing meters in inventory database for duplicate testing
User_Roles_Permissions: Meter addition permissions for testing
Test_Data: Known existing device numbers: SN-56789, SN-67890, SN-78901, SN-89012, SN-90123 from sample data
Prior_Test_Cases: MX01US03_TC_001 (Dashboard Access) must pass

Test Procedure

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Attempt manual addition of existing device number	Duplicate validation error displays immediately	Device Number: SN-56789 (known existing)	AC-007 duplicate prevention
2	Verify duplicate error message clarity and guidance	Clear, specific error message with guidance	Expected: "Device number SN-56789 already exists in inventory. Please use a unique device number."	Error message validation
3	Test duplicate detection timing	Validation occurs in real-time during input	Enter SN-56789 and observe immediate validation	Real-time validation
4	Attempt CSV upload with single duplicate	Entire batch rejected when duplicate detected	CSV containing: SN-56789 (existing), SN-NEW-001 (new)	Batch duplicate detection
5	Verify batch rejection behavior	No meters added when duplicates found in batch	Verify inventory count unchanged after failed upload	All-or-nothing processing
6	Test multiple duplicates in CSV	Multiple duplicates properly identified	CSV containing: SN-56789, SN-67890 (both existing), SN-NEW-002, SN-NEW-003	Multiple duplicate detection
7	Verify multiple duplicate error reporting	Error message lists all duplicate device numbers found	Expected: "Duplicate device numbers found: SN-56789, SN-67890. Please remove duplicates and try again."	Comprehensive error reporting
8	Test case sensitivity handling	Case variations treated as same device number	Test variations: sn-56789, SN-56789, Sn-56789, sN-56789	Case-insensitive validation
9	Verify case insensitive duplicate detection	All case variations rejected as duplicates	All variations should trigger duplicate error	Case handling validation
10	Test leading/trailing whitespace handling	Whitespace normalized before duplicate checking	Test: " SN-56789 ", "SN-56789", " SN-56789"	Whitespace normalization
11	Verify whitespace duplicate detection	Whitespace variations rejected as duplicates	All whitespace variations should trigger duplicate error	Whitespace handling
12	Test duplicates within same manual batch	Internal batch duplicates detected	Manual entry with: SN-NEW-004, SN-NEW-005, SN-NEW-004 (repeated)	Internal duplicate detection
13	Verify internal batch duplicate error	Clear error about duplicates within submission	Expected: "Duplicate device number SN-NEW-004 found within your submission. Each device number must be unique."	Internal validation
14	Test duplicates within same CSV file	CSV internal duplicates detected and rejected	CSV with: SN-NEW-006, SN-NEW-007, SN-NEW-006 (repeated)	CSV internal duplicates
15	Test duplicate detection performance	Validation completes within 1 second even with large datasets	Test duplicate checking with 500-meter CSV	Performance validation
16	Test concurrent duplicate attempts	Multiple users attempting same device number simultaneously	Two users trying to add SN-NEW-008 at same time	Concurrency duplicate handling
17	Verify database constraint enforcement	Database-level constraints prevent duplicates even if validation bypassed	Attempt direct database insertion of duplicate	Database integrity
18	Test duplicate detection across disposed meters	Cannot reuse device numbers from disposed meters	Attempt to add device number: DM8765 (from disposed sample data)	Disposed meter duplicate check
19	Verify disposed meter duplicate error	Clear error about reusing disposed meter device number	Expected: "Device number DM8765 was previously used for a disposed meter. Device numbers cannot be reused."	Disposed duplicate validation
20	Test API duplicate validation	API endpoints properly validate duplicates	POST API request with existing device number	API duplicate prevention

Verification Points

Primary_Verification: All duplicate device number scenarios properly detected and prevented across manual entry, CSV upload, and API methods with clear error messages and no data corruption
Secondary_Verifications: Case-insensitive and whitespace-normalized validation, internal batch duplicate detection, performance within 1-second limit
Negative_Verification: No duplicates allowed under any circumstances, no validation bypasses possible, no database constraint violations

Test Results (Template)

Status: [Pass/Fail/Blocked/Not-Tested]
Actual_Results: [Record duplicate detection accuracy, error message quality, validation performance, edge case handling]
Execution_Date: [YYYY-MM-DD]
Executed_By: [Tester name]
Execution_Time: [Actual time taken]
Defects_Found: [Bug IDs if duplicate validation issues discovered]
Screenshots_Logs: [Evidence of duplicate detection and error messages]

Acceptance Criteria Coverage: AC-007 ✓ (100% coverage for duplicate prevention requirements)

Test Case 6: Meter Specifications Display and Technical Details

Test Case Metadata

Classification

Module/Feature: Specifications Library
Test Type: Functional
Test Level: System
Priority: P2-High
Execution Phase: Regression
Automation Status: Automated

Enhanced Tags

Business Context

Customer_Segment: All
Revenue_Impact: Low
Business_Priority: Should-Have
Customer_Journey: Daily-Usage
Compliance_Required: No
SLA_Related: No

Quality Metrics

Risk_Level: Low
Complexity_Level: Medium
Expected_Execution_Time: 8 minutes
Reproducibility_Score: High
Data_Sensitivity: Low
Failure_Impact: Low

Coverage Tracking

Stakeholder Reporting

Primary_Stakeholder: Product
Report_Categories: Feature-Usage, Technical-Data-Quality, User-Experience
Trend_Tracking: No
Executive_Visibility: No
Customer_Impact_Level: Medium

Requirements Traceability

Test Environment

Prerequisites

Test Procedure

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Navigate to Inventory dashboard In Stock tab	Dashboard displays with meters list	-	Pre-condition verification
2	Locate SMART meter in inventory list	Target meter visible with specifications icon	Meter: SN-56789 (FlowMaster 3000)	SMART meter selection
3	Click specifications icon for SMART meter	Specifications modal opens displaying technical details	Click specs icon for SN-56789	AC-005 specifications access
4	Verify SMART meter technical specifications	All core technical specs displayed accurately	Expected specs for FlowMaster 3000:<br/>Max Flow: 25 m³/s<br/>Accuracy: ±1.5%<br/>Pressure Rating: 16 bar<br/>Flow Range: 0.5-25 gpm<br/>Battery Life: 10 years	AC-013 technical details validation
5	Verify SMART meter communication specifications	Communication details present and accurate	Expected communication specs:<br/>Radio: 900MHz<br/>Communication: 900MHz radio<br/>Compatible With: AMI Network A	SMART meter communication data
6	Verify SMART meter manufacturing details	Manufacturing information complete	Expected manufacturing details:<br/>Manufacture Date: 2023-01-15<br/>Calibration Date: 2023-02-01	Manufacturing data validation
7	Verify SMART meter physical specifications	Physical measurements displayed	Expected physical specs:<br/>Dial Length: 99mm<br/>Dial Count: 6	Physical characteristics
8	Close SMART meter specifications	Modal closes and returns to inventory view	Click close or outside modal	Modal close functionality
9	Select PHOTO meter for specifications	PHOTO meter specifications modal opens	Meter: SN-67890 (AquaTrack 200)	PHOTO meter type testing
10	Verify PHOTO meter specifications	PHOTO-specific technical details displayed	Expected specs for AquaTrack 200:<br/>Optical reading capability<br/>Flow Range: 0.1-15 gpm<br/>Accuracy: ±2%<br/>Compatible With: Handheld Reader X	PHOTO meter validation
11	Select MANUAL meter for specifications	MANUAL meter specifications modal opens	Meter: SN-78901 (WaterMetric Basic)	MANUAL meter type testing
12	Verify MANUAL meter specifications	MANUAL-specific technical details displayed	Expected specs for WaterMetric Basic:<br/>Mechanical register<br/>Flow Range: 0.25-20 gpm<br/>Accuracy: ±3%<br/>Communication: Visual (manual reading)	MANUAL meter validation
13	Select ULTRASONIC meter for specifications	ULTRASONIC meter specifications modal opens	Meter: SN-89012 (UltraFlow X5)	ULTRASONIC meter type testing
14	Verify ULTRASONIC meter specifications	ULTRASONIC-specific technical details displayed	Expected specs for UltraFlow X5:<br/>Ultrasonic technology<br/>Flow Range: 0.05-30 gpm<br/>Accuracy: ±0.5%<br/>Battery Life: 15 years<br/>Communication: RF 433MHz<br/>Compatible With: AMI Network B	ULTRASONIC meter validation
15	Select AMR meter for specifications	AMR meter specifications modal opens	Meter: SN-90123 (ReadyFlow AMR)	AMR meter type testing
16	Verify AMR meter specifications	AMR-specific technical details displayed	Expected specs for ReadyFlow AMR:<br/>Flow Range: 0.1-25 gpm<br/>Accuracy: ±1%<br/>Battery Life: 12 years<br/>Communication: AMR 900MHz<br/>Compatible With: Drive-by System Y	AMR meter validation
17	Test specifications completeness across all types	All meter types show complete specification sets	Verify no missing critical technical data	Data completeness validation
18	Test specification modal performance	All specification loads complete within 1 second	Time all modal opens	Performance requirement
19	Test responsive design for specifications	Specifications display properly on different screen sizes	Test on desktop, tablet, mobile resolutions	Cross-device compatibility
20	Verify specification data formatting	All numerical values, dates, and text properly formatted	Check units, date formats, decimal precision	Data presentation quality

Verification Points

Test Results (Template)

Acceptance Criteria Coverage: AC-005 ✓, AC-013 ✓ (100% coverage for specifications display requirements)

Test Case 7: Inventory Export with Context Preservation

Test Case Metadata

Classification

Module/Feature: Export & Reporting
Test Type: Functional
Test Level: System
Priority: P2-High
Execution Phase: Regression
Automation Status: Manual

Enhanced Tags

Business Context

Customer_Segment: All
Revenue_Impact: Medium
Business_Priority: Should-Have
Customer_Journey: Daily-Usage
Compliance_Required: Yes
SLA_Related: No

Quality Metrics

Risk_Level: Medium
Complexity_Level: High
Expected_Execution_Time: 10 minutes
Reproducibility_Score: High
Data_Sensitivity: Medium
Failure_Impact: Medium

Coverage Tracking

Stakeholder Reporting

Requirements Traceability

Test Environment

Environment: Staging
Browser/Version: Chrome 115+, Firefox 110+, Safari 16+, Edge Latest
Device/OS: Windows 10/11, macOS 12+
Screen_Resolution: Desktop-1920x1080, Tablet-1024x768
Dependencies: Export Processing Service, File Generation Infrastructure, Context State Manager, Download Handler
Performance_Baseline: < 3 seconds export generation for up to 500 records
Data_Requirements: Diverse inventory data for comprehensive export testing

Prerequisites

Test Procedure

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Navigate to Inventory dashboard with full inventory visible	Dashboard displays complete meter inventory	-	Starting state with all meters
2	Verify baseline export without filters	Export contains all inventory meters	Click export, select CSV format	Baseline export test
3	Download and verify complete export content	CSV contains all 5 sample meters with complete details	Expected: All meters (SN-56789 through SN-90123) with full specifications	Full inventory export validation
4	Apply search filter to inventory	Results filtered to specific search criteria	Search: "SMART"	AC-012 search context preservation
5	Verify search results display	Only SMART meters shown in inventory view	Expected: 1 result (SN-56789 FlowMaster 3000)	Search filtering confirmation
6	Export search-filtered results	Export dialog opens with search context	Click export button while search active	Context preservation test
7	Download and verify search-filtered export	CSV contains only SMART meters from search	Expected: Only SN-56789 (FlowMaster 3000) in export file	Business rule: searched items only
8	Clear search and apply manufacturer filter	Filter results by manufacturer	Clear search, Filter: Manufacturer = "Sensus"	Filter context testing
9	Verify manufacturer filter results	Only Sensus meters displayed	Expected: 1 result (SN-67890 AquaTrack 200)	Filter application verification
10	Export manufacturer-filtered results	Export contains only filtered manufacturer data	Export with Sensus filter active	Filter context preservation
11	Download and verify manufacturer export	CSV contains only Sensus meters	Expected: Only SN-67890 (AquaTrack 200, Sensus)	Business rule: filtered items only
12	Apply location-based filter	Filter by warehouse location	Filter: Location = "Warehouse A"	Location filtering test
13	Verify location filter results	Only Warehouse A meters displayed	Expected: 2 results (SN-56789, SN-78901)	Location filter validation
14	Export location-filtered results	Export reflects location filter context	Export with Warehouse A filter	Location context preservation
15	Apply sorting to filtered results	Sort results by manufacturer alphabetically	Sort: Manufacturer A-Z on Warehouse A results	Sort context testing
16	Verify sort order in display	Results appear in alphabetical order by manufacturer	Expected order: Elster (SN-56789), Itron (SN-78901)	Sort application verification
17	Export sorted and filtered results	Export maintains both filter and sort context	Export with location filter + sort active	Business rule: sorted order preserved
18	Download and verify sorted export	CSV maintains alphabetical sort order	Expected: Elster meter first, then Itron meter	Sort context preservation validation
19	Apply complex multi-context scenario	Combine search + filter + sort	Search: "Flow", Filter: Type=ANY, Sort: Model A-Z	Complex context testing
20	Export complex context results	Export preserves all applied contexts	Export with search+filter+sort active	Comprehensive context preservation
21	Test PDF export format	PDF export generates successfully	Select PDF format instead of CSV	Alternative format testing
22	Verify export file naming convention	Files have descriptive, timestamped names	Expected format: "meter_inventory_2025-06-10_filtered.csv"	File naming validation
23	Test export performance benchmark	Export generation completes within 3 seconds	Time various export operations	Performance requirement

Verification Points

Test Results (Template)

Acceptance Criteria Coverage: AC-012 ✓ (100% coverage for exportable inventory reports requirement)

Test Case 8: Work Order Integration and Automatic Status Updates

Test Case Metadata

Classification

Module/Feature: Work Order Integration
Test Type: Integration
Test Level: System
Priority: P1-Critical
Execution Phase: Integration
Automation Status: Manual

Enhanced Tags

Business Context

Customer_Segment: Enterprise
Revenue_Impact: High
Business_Priority: Must-Have
Customer_Journey: Daily-Usage
Compliance_Required: No
SLA_Related: Yes

Quality Metrics

Risk_Level: High
Complexity_Level: Very High
Expected_Execution_Time: 15 minutes
Reproducibility_Score: Medium
Data_Sensitivity: High
Failure_Impact: Critical

Coverage Tracking

Stakeholder Reporting

Requirements Traceability

Test Environment

Prerequisites

Test Procedure

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Verify target meter initial status in inventory	Meter shows as "Available" in In Stock tab	Meter: SN-90123 (ReadyFlow AMR)	AC-010 starting state verification
2	Access Work Order Management System	Work order system accessible and functional	Navigate to work order creation interface	External system availability
3	Create new installation work order	Work order created successfully with meter assignment	Work Order Details:<br/>WO-2025-INS-001<br/>Type: Meter Installation<br/>Customer: Metro Water District<br/>Service Address: 456 Industrial Blvd<br/>Assigned Meter: SN-90123<br/>Technician: TECH-005<br/>Scheduled Date: 2025-06-10	AC-010 work order creation
4	Verify work order details and meter assignment	Work order shows correct meter assignment and customer details	Confirm WO-2025-INS-001 assigned to SN-90123	Work order validation
5	Check meter status during active work order	Meter remains in In Stock but shows assignment status	Expected: SN-90123 status = "Assigned to WO-2025-INS-001"	Assignment tracking
6	Attempt to dispose meter with active work order	System prevents disposal with clear error message	Try to dispose SN-90123 while assigned	AC-011 business rule enforcement
7	Verify disposal prevention error	Appropriate error message displays	Expected: "Cannot dispose meter SN-90123 assigned to active work order WO-2025-INS-001"	Business rule validation
8	Complete installation work order	Installation marked as completed in work order system	Installation Details:<br/>Completion Date: 2025-06-10<br/>Installation Time: 14:30<br/>Technician: TECH-005<br/>Installation Notes: "Standard installation completed successfully. Meter operational and reading properly."	Installation completion
9	Submit work order for supervisor approval	Work order submitted for approval workflow	Approver: SUPERVISOR-004	Business rule: approval required
10	Approve installation work order	Supervisor approves completed installation	Approval Details:<br/>Approved By: SUPERVISOR-004<br/>Approval Date: 2025-06-10<br/>Approval Time: 15:45<br/>Comments: "Installation approved. Customer activation authorized."	Business rule: supervisor approval
11	Monitor automatic status update	System automatically processes status change	Wait for integration sync (should occur within 5 seconds)	AC-010 automatic integration
12	Verify meter removal from In Stock	Meter SN-90123 no longer appears in In Stock inventory	Search: "SN-90123" in In Stock tab	Should return no results
13	Check meter installation status	Meter shows as installed with customer details	Expected status: Installed at Metro Water District, 456 Industrial Blvd, Installation Date: 2025-06-10	Installation status confirmation
14	Create disposal work order for previously installed meter	Disposal work order created for meter removal	Work Order Details:<br/>WO-2025-DIS-001<br/>Type: Meter Disposal<br/>Current Location: Metro Water District<br/>Meter: (Previously installed meter)<br/>Disposal Reason: Defective<br/>Technician: TECH-006	Disposal workflow testing
15	Complete disposal work order	Disposal work order completed and approved	Completion Details:<br/>Disposal Date: 2025-06-10<br/>Reason: Defective<br/>Authorization: SUPERVISOR-004<br/>Disposal Location: Certified Disposal Facility	Disposal completion
16	Verify automatic disposal status update	Meter automatically appears in Disposed tab	Check Disposed tab for disposed meter	AC-010 disposal integration
17	Verify disposed meter details	Complete disposal information displayed	Expected: Disposal date, reason, authorization, lifespan calculation	Disposal data validation
18	Test integration performance	All status updates complete within 2-5 second benchmarks	Time each integration event	Performance requirement validation
19	Verify integration error handling	System handles temporary work order system unavailability gracefully	Simulate work order system downtime	Error resilience testing
20	Test data synchronization consistency	All systems maintain consistent meter status information	Cross-verify status in inventory and work order systems	Data consistency validation

Verification Points

Test Results (Template)

Acceptance Criteria Coverage: AC-010 ✓, AC-011 ✓ (100% coverage for work order integration requirements)

NON-FUNCTIONAL TEST CASES

Test Case 9: Performance Testing - System Response Times

Test Case Metadata

Classification

Module/Feature: Performance Optimization
Test Type: Performance
Test Level: System
Priority: P2-High
Execution Phase: Performance
Automation Status: Automated

Enhanced Tags

Business Context

Customer_Segment: All
Revenue_Impact: Medium
Business_Priority: Must-Have
Customer_Journey: Daily-Usage
Compliance_Required: No
SLA_Related: Yes

Quality Metrics

Risk_Level: Medium
Complexity_Level: High
Expected_Execution_Time: 20 minutes
Reproducibility_Score: High
Data_Sensitivity: Low
Failure_Impact: High

Coverage Tracking

Stakeholder Reporting

Primary_Stakeholder: Engineering
Report_Categories: Performance-Metrics, SLA-Compliance, System-Health
Trend_Tracking: Yes
Executive_Visibility: Yes
Customer_Impact_Level: High

Requirements Traceability

Test Environment

Prerequisites

Test Procedure

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Measure cold dashboard load time	Dashboard loads within 1 second from cold start	First login, empty cache	Cold load performance
2	Measure warm dashboard load time	Dashboard loads within 0.5 seconds on subsequent loads	After initial load, cached state	Warm load performance
3	Test search response time with various queries	All searches complete within 1 second	Search terms: device numbers, models, manufacturers	Search performance validation
4	Measure filter application performance	Filter results display within 1 second	Various filter combinations	Filter performance
5	Test pagination performance	Page navigation completes within 1 second	Navigate through multiple pages of results	Pagination efficiency
6	Measure bulk addition performance (manual)	50 meters process within 3 seconds	Manual bulk entry of 50 meters	Manual bulk performance
7	Measure bulk addition performance (CSV)	100 meters process within 5 seconds	CSV upload with 100 meters	CSV bulk performance
8	Test maximum bulk load (500 meters)	500 meters process within acceptable timeframe	CSV with 500 meters (maximum allowed)	Maximum load testing
9	Measure export generation performance	Export completes within 3 seconds for 500 records	Various export scenarios	Export performance
10	Test concurrent user simulation	System maintains performance with multiple users	Simulate 10 concurrent users at < 1 req/minute each	Concurrent load testing
11	Measure database query performance	All database operations complete within benchmarks	Monitor database response times	Database performance
12	Test memory usage under load	Memory usage remains stable during operations	Monitor memory consumption	Memory efficiency
13	Verify CPU utilization	CPU usage remains within acceptable limits	Monitor CPU during operations	Resource utilization
14	Test network latency impact	Performance maintained across different network conditions	Simulate various network speeds	Network resilience
15	Measure API response times	All API calls complete within 500ms	Time critical API operations	API performance validation

Verification Points

Test Results (Template)

Acceptance Criteria Coverage: Performance SLA Requirements ✓ (100% coverage for performance requirements)

Test Case 10: Security Testing - Authorization and Data Protection

Test Case Metadata

Classification

Module/Feature: Security & Authorization
Test Type: Security
Test Level: System
Priority: P1-Critical
Execution Phase: Security
Automation Status: Manual

Enhanced Tags

Business Context

Customer_Segment: Enterprise
Revenue_Impact: High
Business_Priority: Must-Have
Customer_Journey: Daily-Usage
Compliance_Required: Yes
SLA_Related: Yes

Quality Metrics

Risk_Level: High
Complexity_Level: Very High
Expected_Execution_Time: 25 minutes
Reproducibility_Score: High
Data_Sensitivity: High
Failure_Impact: Critical

Coverage Tracking

Stakeholder Reporting

Requirements Traceability

Test Environment

Prerequisites

Test Procedure

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Test unauthorized system access	Access denied for users without proper credentials	User: unauthorized.user@external.com	Access control validation
2	Verify error message for unauthorized access	Clear access denied message displayed	Expected: "Access denied. Insufficient privileges for meter inventory system."	Security feedback
3	Test regular user access limitations	Regular user can view but cannot perform administrative actions	User: regular.user@utilityco.com	Role-based access control
4	Attempt bulk addition with regular user	Bulk addition functionality not accessible to regular users	Regular user attempting bulk add	Permission enforcement
5	Verify bulk addition permission error	Appropriate permission error message	Expected: "Insufficient permissions for bulk meter operations"	Permission validation feedback
6	Test Device Manager full access	Device Manager can access all inventory functions	User: meter.supervisor@utilityco.com	Full permission validation
7	Verify disposal authorization requirement	Disposal requires supervisor-level authorization code	Attempt disposal without proper authorization	Authorization enforcement
8	Test invalid supervisor authorization	Invalid authorization codes rejected	Invalid authorization: "INVALID-AUTH-001"	Authorization validation
9	Verify valid supervisor authorization	Valid authorization codes accepted	Valid authorization: "SUPERVISOR-005"	Authorization acceptance
10	Test session management	User sessions timeout after inactivity period	Leave session idle for 30+ minutes	Session security
11	Verify session timeout behavior	Automatic logout after timeout with security message	Expected: "Session expired for security. Please log in again."	Session management validation
12	Test data encryption in transit	All data transmission uses HTTPS/TLS encryption	Monitor network traffic during operations	Data protection validation
13	Verify SQL injection prevention	Malicious SQL inputs properly rejected	Test inputs: '; DROP TABLE meters; --, ' OR '1'='1	Input sanitization
14	Test XSS attack prevention	Script injection attempts blocked	Test inputs: <script>alert('XSS')</script>, javascript:alert('XSS')	Cross-site scripting prevention
15	Verify CSRF protection	Cross-site request forgery attacks prevented	Attempt CSRF attacks on critical operations	CSRF protection validation
16	Test audit trail creation	All user actions properly logged with complete details	Perform various operations and verify audit logs	Audit logging validation
17	Verify audit trail completeness	Audit logs contain user ID, action, timestamp, IP address, affected resources	Check audit log entries for completeness	Audit data quality
18	Test password policy enforcement	Strong password requirements enforced	Test weak passwords during account creation	Password security
19	Verify account lockout protection	Account lockout after multiple failed login attempts	Attempt 5 failed logins	Brute force protection
20	Test data access controls	Users can only access data within their authorization scope	Verify data filtering by user permissions	Data access control
21	Verify sensitive data handling	PII and sensitive meter data properly protected	Check data masking and access controls	Data sensitivity protection
22	Test API security	API endpoints properly secured with authentication/authorization	Test API access without proper credentials	API security validation

Verification Points

Test Results (Template)

Acceptance Criteria Coverage: Security Requirements ✓ (100% coverage for security and authorization requirements)

EDGE CASE & ERROR HANDLING TEST CASES

Test Case 11: Boundary Value Testing - Bulk Operations Limits

Test Case Metadata

Classification

Module/Feature: Boundary Value Testing
Test Type: Functional
Test Level: System
Priority: P2-High
Execution Phase: Edge-Case
Automation Status: Manual

Enhanced Tags

MOD-BulkOps, P2-High, Phase-Edge-Case, Type-Functional, Platform-Web, Report-QA, Customer-Enterprise, Risk-Medium, Business-High, Revenue-Impact-Medium, Integration-Point, MX-Service, Database

Business Context

Customer_Segment: Enterprise
Revenue_Impact: Medium
Business_Priority: Should-Have
Customer_Journey: Onboarding
Compliance_Required: No
SLA_Related: No

Quality Metrics

Risk_Level: Medium
Complexity_Level: High
Expected_Execution_Time: 15 minutes
Reproducibility_Score: High
Data_Sensitivity: Low
Failure_Impact: Medium

Coverage Tracking

Stakeholder Reporting

Requirements Traceability

Test Environment

Prerequisites

Test Procedure

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Test minimum boundary - single meter manual entry	Single meter processes successfully	Manual entry: 1 unique device number	Lower boundary validation
2	Test minimum boundary - single meter CSV	Single meter CSV processes successfully	CSV file with 1 meter record	CSV minimum boundary
3	Test near-maximum boundary (499 meters)	499 meters process successfully within time limits	CSV file with 499 unique device numbers	Near-maximum boundary
4	Test exact maximum boundary (500 meters)	500 meters process successfully at maximum limit	CSV file with exactly 500 unique device numbers	Maximum boundary validation
5	Verify 500-meter processing performance	Processing completes within acceptable timeframe	Monitor processing time for 500 meters	Performance at maximum
6	Test boundary violation (501 meters)	System rejects upload with clear error message	CSV file with 501 unique device numbers	Boundary violation test
7	Verify boundary violation error message	Clear, user-friendly error message about 500-meter limit	Expected: "Maximum batch size is 500 meters. Your file contains 501 meters. Please reduce the batch size."	Error message validation
8	Test significantly over limit (1000 meters)	System consistently rejects oversized batches	CSV file with 1000 meters	Extreme boundary test
9	Test empty CSV file	Appropriate error handling for empty files	CSV file with headers only, no data rows	Empty file handling
10	Test CSV with only headers	Validation error for header-only files	CSV with device_number header but no data	Header-only validation
11	Test maximum device number length	Very long device numbers handled appropriately	Device numbers with 100+ characters	Length boundary testing
12	Test minimum device number length	Single character device numbers validated	Device numbers: "A", "1", "X"	Minimum length validation
13	Test special characters in device numbers	Special character validation applied consistently	Device numbers with: @#$%^&*()+=[]{}	;':",./<>?
14	Test unicode characters in device numbers	Unicode character handling validated	Device numbers with: émétér-001, 测试仪表-002	Unicode boundary testing
15	Test maximum warehouse name length	Very long warehouse names handled properly	Warehouse name with 500+ characters	Warehouse name boundary
16	Test null/empty required fields	All required field validations enforced	Submit with empty Type, Manufacturer, Model fields	Required field boundaries
17	Test concurrent boundary operations	Multiple users hitting boundaries simultaneously	Two users each uploading 500 meters simultaneously	Concurrency boundaries
18	Test memory usage at boundaries	System memory usage remains stable at maximum loads	Monitor memory during 500-meter processing	Memory boundary validation

Verification Points

Test Results (Template)

Acceptance Criteria Coverage: Boundary Conditions ✓ (100% coverage for boundary value requirements)

Test Case 12: Duplicate Device Number Prevention and Validation

Test Case Metadata

Classification

Module/Feature: Data Validation - Duplicate Prevention
Test Type: Functional
Test Level: System
Priority: P1-Critical
Execution Phase: Validation
Automation Status: Automated

Enhanced Tags

Business Context

Customer_Segment: All
Revenue_Impact: High
Business_Priority: Must-Have
Customer_Journey: Onboarding
Compliance_Required: Yes
SLA_Related: Yes

Quality Metrics

Risk_Level: High
Complexity_Level: High
Expected_Execution_Time: 12 minutes
Reproducibility_Score: High
Data_Sensitivity: High
Failure_Impact: Critical

Coverage Tracking

Stakeholder Reporting

Requirements Traceability

Test Environment

Environment: Staging
Browser/Version: Chrome 115+, Firefox 110+, Safari 16+, Edge Latest
Device/OS: Windows 10/11, macOS 12+
Screen_Resolution: Desktop-1920x1080
Dependencies: Database Unique Constraint System, Real-time Validation Service, Error Message Service
Performance_Baseline: < 1 second duplicate validation response
Data_Requirements: Existing meters in system for duplicate testing against

Prerequisites

Test Procedure

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Attempt manual addition of existing device number	Duplicate validation error displays immediately	Device Number: SN-56789 (known existing)	AC-007 duplicate prevention
2	Verify duplicate error message clarity and guidance	Clear, specific error message with guidance	Expected: "Device number SN-56789 already exists in inventory. Please use a unique device number."	Error message validation
3	Test duplicate detection timing	Validation occurs in real-time during input	Enter SN-56789 and observe immediate validation	Real-time validation
4	Attempt CSV upload with single duplicate	Entire batch rejected when duplicate detected	CSV containing: SN-56789 (existing), SN-NEW-001 (new)	Batch duplicate detection
5	Verify batch rejection behavior	No meters added when duplicates found in batch	Verify inventory count unchanged after failed upload	All-or-nothing processing
6	Test multiple duplicates in CSV	Multiple duplicates properly identified	CSV containing: SN-56789, SN-67890 (both existing), SN-NEW-002, SN-NEW-003	Multiple duplicate detection
7	Verify multiple duplicate error reporting	Error message lists all duplicate device numbers found	Expected: "Duplicate device numbers found: SN-56789, SN-67890. Please remove duplicates and try again."	Comprehensive error reporting
8	Test case sensitivity handling	Case variations treated as same device number	Test variations: sn-56789, SN-56789, Sn-56789, sN-56789	Case-insensitive validation
9	Verify case insensitive duplicate detection	All case variations rejected as duplicates	All variations should trigger duplicate error	Case handling validation
10	Test leading/trailing whitespace handling	Whitespace normalized before duplicate checking	Test: " SN-56789 ", "SN-56789", " SN-56789"	Whitespace normalization
11	Verify whitespace duplicate detection	Whitespace variations rejected as duplicates	All whitespace variations should trigger duplicate error	Whitespace handling
12	Test duplicates within same manual batch	Internal batch duplicates detected	Manual entry with: SN-NEW-004, SN-NEW-005, SN-NEW-004 (repeated)	Internal duplicate detection
13	Verify internal batch duplicate error	Clear error about duplicates within submission	Expected: "Duplicate device number SN-NEW-004 found within your submission. Each device number must be unique."	Internal validation
14	Test duplicates within same CSV file	CSV internal duplicates detected and rejected	CSV with: SN-NEW-006, SN-NEW-007, SN-NEW-006 (repeated)	CSV internal duplicates
15	Test duplicate detection performance	Validation completes within 1 second even with large datasets	Test duplicate checking with 500-meter CSV	Performance validation
16	Test concurrent duplicate attempts	Multiple users attempting same device number simultaneously	Two users trying to add SN-NEW-008 at same time	Concurrency duplicate handling
17	Verify database constraint enforcement	Database-level constraints prevent duplicates even if validation bypassed	Attempt direct database insertion of duplicate	Database integrity
18	Test duplicate detection across disposed meters	Cannot reuse device numbers from disposed meters	Attempt to add device number: DM8765 (from disposed sample data)	Disposed meter duplicate check
19	Verify disposed meter duplicate error	Clear error about reusing disposed meter device number	Expected: "Device number DM8765 was previously used for a disposed meter. Device numbers cannot be reused."	Disposed duplicate validation
20	Test API duplicate validation	API endpoints properly validate duplicates	POST API request with existing device number	API duplicate prevention

Verification Points

Test Results (Template)

Acceptance Criteria Coverage: AC-007 ✓ (100% coverage for duplicate prevention requirements)

Test Case 6: Meter Specifications Viewing

Test Case ID: MX01US03_TC_006
Title: Verify detailed meter specifications display functionality
Created By: Auto-generated
Created Date: June 03, 2025
Version: 1.0

Classification:

Module/Feature: Specifications Library
Test Type: Functional
Test Level: System
Priority: P2-High
Execution Phase: Regression
Automation Status: Automated

Enhanced Tags: MOD-Specifications, P2-High, Phase-Regression, Type-Functional, Platform-Web, Report-Product, Customer-All, Risk-Low, Business-High, Revenue-Impact-Low, Integration-Point

Test Environment:

Environment: Staging
Browser/Version: Chrome 115+
Dependencies: Specifications Database, Meter Catalog Service
Performance_Baseline: < 1 second specification load

Prerequisites:

Setup_Requirements: Meters with complete specification data available
Test_Data: Sample meter SN-56789 (FlowMaster 3000)
Prior_Test_Cases: MX01US03_TC_001

Test Procedure:

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Locate meter in inventory	Target meter visible	Meter: SN-56789 (FlowMaster 3000)	In Stock tab
2	Click specifications icon	Specifications modal opens	-	Detailed view overlay
3	Verify technical specifications display	All key specifications visible	Expected specs:<br/>Max Flow: 25 m³/s<br/>Accuracy: 99.5%<br/>Pressure Rating: 16 bar	Core technical data
4	Verify manufacturing details	Manufacturing info present	Expected:<br/>Manufacture Date: 2023-01-15<br/>Calibration Date: 2023-02-01	Date formatting correct
5	Verify physical specifications	Physical measurements shown	Expected:<br/>Dial Length: 99mm<br/>Dial Count: 6	Physical characteristics
6	Verify communication specs	Communication details present	Expected:<br/>Radio: 900MHz<br/>Compatible: AMI Network A	For SMART meters
7	Test specifications for different meter types	Various meter type specs display correctly	Test meters: PHOTO, MANUAL, ULTRASONIC, AMR	Each type shows relevant specs
8	Verify specification completeness	All required fields populated	-	No missing critical data
9	Test modal close functionality	Specifications modal closes properly	-	Return to inventory view

Verification Points:

Primary_Verification: Complete and accurate specifications display for all meter types
Secondary_Verifications: Modal functionality, data formatting, performance
Negative_Verification: No missing data, no display errors

Test Case 7: Inventory Export Functionality

Test Case ID: MX01US03_TC_007
Title: Verify inventory export with search, filter, and sort context preservation
Created By: Auto-generated
Created Date: June 03, 2025
Version: 1.0

Classification:

Module/Feature: Export & Reporting
Test Type: Functional
Test Level: System
Priority: P2-High
Execution Phase: Regression
Automation Status: Manual

Enhanced Tags: MOD-Export, P2-High, Phase-Regression, Type-Functional, Platform-Web, Report-Product, Customer-All, Risk-Medium, Business-High, Revenue-Impact-Medium, Integration-Point

Test Environment:

Environment: Staging
Browser/Version: Chrome 115+
Dependencies: Export Service, File Generation Service
Performance_Baseline: < 3 seconds export generation

Prerequisites:

Setup_Requirements: Diverse inventory data available for export
User_Roles_Permissions: Export permissions enabled
Prior_Test_Cases: MX01US03_TC_001, MX01US03_TC_002

Test Procedure:

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Navigate to inventory dashboard	Dashboard displays with full inventory	-	Starting state
2	Apply search filter	Results filtered	Search: "SMART"	Filter to SMART meters only
3	Verify filtered results count	Reduced result set displayed	Expected: 1 SMART meter (FlowMaster 3000)	Context for export
4	Click export button	Export options appear	-	Export dropdown or modal
5	Select CSV format	CSV export initiated	Format: CSV	Most common export format
6	Download and verify CSV content	File contains only searched items	Expected: Only SN-56789 (FlowMaster 3000)	Search context preserved
7	Clear search and apply location filter	New filter applied	Filter: Location = "Warehouse A"	Different filter type
8	Export filtered results	Export contains filtered data only	Expected: Meters in Warehouse A only	Filter context preserved
9	Apply sort by Manufacturer	Results sorted alphabetically	Sort: Manufacturer A-Z	Sorting applied
10	Export sorted results	Export maintains sort order	Expected: Alphabetical by manufacturer	Sort context preserved
11	Combine search + filter + sort	Multiple contexts applied	Search: "Ultra", Filter: Warehouse B, Sort: Type	Complex scenario
12	Export combined context	Export reflects all applied contexts	Expected: Sorted, filtered, searched results only	All contexts preserved
13	Test PDF export format	PDF export generates successfully	Format: PDF	Alternative format
14	Verify export file naming	Files have descriptive names	Expected: "meter_inventory_2025-06-03_filtered.csv"	Clear file identification

Verification Points:

Primary_Verification: Export files contain exactly the data matching current view context
Secondary_Verifications: Multiple export formats work, file naming convention, performance
Negative_Verification: No data outside current context included in exports

Test Case 8: Work Order Integration - Meter Assignment

Test Case ID: MX01US03_TC_008
Title: Verify automatic meter status updates through work order integration
Created By: Auto-generated
Created Date: June 03, 2025
Version: 1.0

Classification:

Module/Feature: Work Order Integration
Test Type: Integration
Test Level: System
Priority: P1-Critical
Execution Phase: Regression
Automation Status: Manual

Enhanced Tags: MOD-Integration, P1-Critical, Phase-Regression, Type-Integration, Platform-Web, Report-Engineering, Customer-Enterprise, Risk-High, Business-Critical, Revenue-Impact-High, Integration-End-to-End

Business Context:

Customer_Segment: Enterprise
Revenue_Impact: High
Business_Priority: Must-Have
Customer_Journey: Daily-Usage
Compliance_Required: No
SLA_Related: Yes

Test Environment:

Environment: Staging
Browser/Version: Chrome 115+
Dependencies: Work Order Management System, Integration API, Status Update Service
Performance_Baseline: < 2 seconds status update processing

Prerequisites:

Setup_Requirements: Work Order system integration active
User_Roles_Permissions: Work order creation and approval permissions
Test_Data: Available meter SN-90123 (ReadyFlow AMR)
Prior_Test_Cases: MX01US03_TC_001

Test Procedure:

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Verify meter initial status	Meter shows as "Available" in In Stock	Meter: SN-90123 (ReadyFlow AMR)	Starting state verification
2	Create installation work order	Work order created with meter assignment	Work Order: WO-2025-001<br/>Customer: Johnson Utility Co<br/>Address: 123 Main St<br/>Meter: SN-90123	External work order system
3	Complete meter installation	Work order marked as completed	Installation Date: 2025-06-03<br/>Technician: Tech-001	Installation service order completion
4	Approve service order	Work order approval processed	Approval: SUPERVISOR-002<br/>Approval Date: 2025-06-03	Business rule requirement
5	Verify automatic status update	Meter automatically removed from In Stock	Search: "SN-90123" in In Stock tab	Should return no results
6	Check meter assignment record	Meter shows installation details	Expected: Status=Installed, Customer=Johnson Utility Co, Date=2025-06-03	Integration data sync
7	Test disposal integration	Create disposal work order	Work Order: WO-2025-002<br/>Type: Meter Disposal<br/>Meter: (Previously installed meter)	Disposal workflow
8	Complete disposal work order	Disposal work order completed	Disposal Reason: Defective<br/>Date: 2025-06-03	Disposal process
9	Verify disposal tab update	Meter appears in Disposed tab	-	Automatic disposal status
10	Test active work order prevention	Attempt to dispose meter with active work order	Meter: (Assigned to pending work order)	Business rule enforcement
11	Verify disposal prevention	Error message prevents disposal	Expected: "Cannot dispose meter assigned to active work order WO-XXX"	Rule validation

Verification Points:

Primary_Verification: Meter status automatically updates based on work order completion
Secondary_Verifications: Integration timing, data synchronization, business rule enforcement
Negative_Verification: Cannot dispose meters with active work orders

NON-FUNCTIONAL TEST CASES

Test Case 9: Performance Testing - Dashboard Load Time

Test Case ID: MX01US03_TC_009
Title: Verify inventory dashboard performance meets response time requirements
Created By: Auto-generated
Created Date: June 03, 2025
Version: 1.0

Classification:

Module/Feature: Performance
Test Type: Performance
Test Level: System
Priority: P2-High
Execution Phase: Performance
Automation Status: Automated

Enhanced Tags: MOD-Performance, P2-High, Phase-Performance, Type-Performance, Platform-Web, Report-Engineering, Customer-All, Risk-Medium, Business-High, Revenue-Impact-Medium, Integration-Point

Test Environment:

Environment: Production-like
Browser/Version: Chrome 115+
Dependencies: Load Testing Tools, Performance Monitoring
Performance_Baseline: < 1 second dashboard load, < 1 request/minute user load

Test Procedure:

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Measure initial dashboard load	Page loads within 1 second	Load Time: < 1000ms	Cold load measurement
2	Test search response time	Search results within 1 second	Various search terms	Search performance
3	Measure filter application time	Filters apply within 1 second	Multiple filter combinations	Filter performance
4	Test concurrent user load	System handles multiple users	Concurrent Users: 10 (at < 1 req/min each)	Concurrent access
5	Verify bulk operation performance	Bulk add completes within benchmark	100 meters via CSV	Bulk processing

Verification Points:

Primary_Verification: All operations complete within 1-second benchmark
Secondary_Verifications: No performance degradation under concurrent load
Negative_Verification: No timeouts or performance failures

Test Case 10: Security Testing - Authorization and Data Protection

Test Case ID: MX01US03_TC_010
Title: Verify security controls and data protection for inventory management
Created By: Auto-generated
Created Date: June 03, 2025
Version: 1.0

Classification:

Module/Feature: Security
Test Type: Security
Test Level: System
Priority: P1-Critical
Execution Phase: Security
Automation Status: Manual

Enhanced Tags: MOD-Security, P1-Critical, Phase-Security, Type-Security, Platform-Web, Report-Engineering, Customer-Enterprise, Risk-High, Business-Critical, Revenue-Impact-High, Integration-Point

Business Context:

Customer_Segment: Enterprise
Revenue_Impact: High
Business_Priority: Must-Have
Customer_Journey: Daily-Usage
Compliance_Required: Yes
SLA_Related: Yes

Test Environment:

Environment: Staging
Browser/Version: Chrome 115+
Dependencies: Authentication Service, Authorization Service, Audit Service
Performance_Baseline: < 1 second security validation

Prerequisites:

Setup_Requirements: Multiple user accounts with different permission levels
User_Roles_Permissions: Test accounts for Device Manager, Regular User, Admin
Test_Data: Various permission scenarios
Prior_Test_Cases: Authentication system functional

Test Procedure:

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Test unauthorized access	Access denied to non-Device Manager users	User: regular.user@utility.com	Role-based access control
2	Verify bulk addition permissions	Only authorized users can bulk add	User: device.manager@utility.com	Permission validation
3	Test disposal authorization	Supervisor-level required for disposal	Authorization: SUPERVISOR-001	Business rule enforcement
4	Verify data encryption	Sensitive data encrypted in transit	Monitor network traffic	HTTPS/TLS validation
5	Test audit trail creation	All actions logged with user details	Action: Meter addition/disposal	Compliance requirement
6	Verify session management	Inactive sessions timeout properly	Timeout: 30 minutes	Security policy
7	Test SQL injection prevention	Malicious inputs rejected	Input: '; DROP TABLE meters; --	Input validation
8	Verify XSS protection	Script injection attempts blocked	Input: <script>alert('xss')</script>	Cross-site scripting prevention

Verification Points:

Primary_Verification: All security controls function correctly
Secondary_Verifications: Audit trails complete, encryption active, sessions managed
Negative_Verification: Unauthorized access blocked, malicious inputs rejected

EDGE CASE & ERROR HANDLING TEST CASES

Test Case 11: Boundary Value Testing - Bulk Operations

Test Case ID: MX01US03_TC_011
Title: Verify system behavior at maximum bulk operation limits
Created By: Auto-generated
Created Date: June 03, 2025
Version: 1.0

Classification:

Module/Feature: Bulk Operations
Test Type: Functional
Test Level: System
Priority: P2-High
Execution Phase: Regression
Automation Status: Manual

Enhanced Tags: MOD-BulkOps, P2-High, Phase-Regression, Type-Functional, Platform-Web, Report-QA, Customer-Enterprise, Risk-Medium, Business-High, Revenue-Impact-Medium, Integration-Point

Test Environment:

Environment: Staging
Browser/Version: Chrome 115+
Dependencies: Bulk Processing Service, Validation Service
Performance_Baseline: < 5 seconds for maximum batch size

Prerequisites:

Setup_Requirements: Ability to generate large test datasets
Test_Data: CSV files with varying sizes (1, 499, 500, 501 meters)
Prior_Test_Cases: MX01US03_TC_003, MX01US03_TC_004

Test Procedure:

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Test minimum boundary (1 meter)	Single meter processes successfully	CSV with 1 meter	Lower boundary
2	Test maximum valid size (500 meters)	Maximum batch processes successfully	CSV with 500 meters	Upper boundary per business rules
3	Test exceed maximum (501 meters)	Error message prevents processing	CSV with 501 meters	Boundary violation
4	Verify error message clarity	Clear error message about 500 meter limit	Expected: "Maximum batch size is 500 meters"	User guidance
5	Test empty CSV file	Appropriate error handling	Empty CSV file	Edge case handling
6	Test CSV with headers only	Validation error displayed	CSV with headers but no data	Data validation
7	Test very long device numbers	Input validation enforced	Device numbers > 50 characters	Input length limits
8	Test special characters in device numbers	Character validation applied	Device numbers with @#$%^&	Character restrictions

Verification Points:

Primary_Verification: System properly enforces 500 meter maximum limit
Secondary_Verifications: Clear error messages, graceful handling of edge cases
Negative_Verification: Invalid data rejected with appropriate feedback

Test Case 12: Duplicate Device Number Validation

Test Case ID: MX01US03_TC_012
Title: Verify duplicate device number prevention and error handling
Created By: Auto-generated
Created Date: June 03, 2025
Version: 1.0

Classification:

Module/Feature: Data Validation
Test Type: Functional
Test Level: System
Priority: P1-Critical
Execution Phase: Regression
Automation Status: Automated

Enhanced Tags: MOD-Validation, P1-Critical, Phase-Regression, Type-Functional, Platform-Web, Report-Engineering, Customer-All, Risk-High, Business-Critical, Revenue-Impact-High, Integration-Point

Test Environment:

Environment: Staging
Browser/Version: Chrome 115+
Dependencies: Validation Service, Database Constraint Enforcement
Performance_Baseline: < 1 second validation response

Prerequisites:

Setup_Requirements: Existing meters in inventory for duplicate testing
Test_Data: Known existing device numbers from sample data
Prior_Test_Cases: MX01US03_TC_003

Test Procedure:

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Attempt to add existing device number manually	Duplicate error message displays	Device Number: SN-56789 (existing)	Known duplicate
2	Verify error message clarity	Clear duplicate prevention message	Expected: "Device number SN-56789 already exists in inventory"	User guidance
3	Test duplicate in CSV upload	CSV validation rejects duplicate entries	CSV containing: SN-56789, SN-67890 (both existing)	Batch duplicate detection
4	Verify partial batch processing prevention	No meters added when duplicates found	CSV with mix of new and duplicate device numbers	All-or-nothing processing
5	Test case sensitivity	System treats case variations as same	Test: sn-56789, SN-56789, Sn-56789	Case-insensitive validation
6	Test whitespace handling	Leading/trailing spaces handled properly	Test: " SN-56789 ", "SN-56789"	Whitespace normalization
7	Test duplicate within same batch	Duplicates within single submission detected	Manual entry with repeated device numbers	Internal batch validation
8	Verify duplicate detection performance	Validation completes within benchmark	Large CSV with duplicates	Performance under load

Verification Points:

Primary_Verification: All duplicate scenarios properly detected and prevented
Secondary_Verifications: Clear error messages, performance maintained, case/whitespace handling
Negative_Verification: No duplicates allowed under any circumstances

Test Case 13: System Error Recovery Testing

Test Case ID: MX01US03_TC_013
Title: Verify system behavior during network failures and service unavailability
Created By: Auto-generated
Created Date: June 03, 2025
Version: 1.0

Classification:

Module/Feature: Error Recovery
Test Type: Reliability
Test Level: System
Priority: P2-High
Execution Phase: Reliability
Automation Status: Manual

Enhanced Tags: MOD-Reliability, P2-High, Phase-Reliability, Type-Reliability, Platform-Web, Report-Engineering, Customer-All, Risk-High, Business-High, Revenue-Impact-Medium, Integration-External-Dependency

Test Environment:

Environment: Staging with network simulation capabilities
Browser/Version: Chrome 115+
Dependencies: Network simulation tools, Service monitoring
Performance_Baseline: Graceful degradation within 5 seconds

Prerequisites:

Setup_Requirements: Ability to simulate network conditions and service failures
Test_Data: Standard meter inventory operations
Prior_Test_Cases: Basic functionality tests

Test Procedure:

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Simulate network timeout during search	Appropriate timeout error message	Network delay: 10 seconds	Timeout scenario
2	Test service unavailability handling	Graceful error message displayed	Simulate database service down	Service failure
3	Verify data integrity after network recovery	No data corruption after reconnection	Complete bulk add operation after network restoration	Data consistency
4	Test partial upload failure recovery	System handles incomplete uploads properly	Interrupt CSV upload mid-process	Upload resilience
5	Verify user session preservation	User remains logged in after temporary network issues	Network interruption < 30 seconds	Session management
6	Test retry mechanisms	System attempts operation retry automatically	Failed search with automatic retry	Resilience features
7	Verify error logging	All errors properly logged for troubleshooting	Monitor error logs during failures	Debugging support
8	Test browser refresh recovery	Application state preserved after refresh	Refresh during meter addition	State management

Verification Points:

Primary_Verification: System recovers gracefully from network and service failures
Secondary_Verifications: Data integrity maintained, user sessions preserved, proper error logging
Negative_Verification: No data loss or corruption during failure scenarios

Test Case 14: Cross-Browser Compatibility Testing

Test Case ID: MX01US03_TC_014
Title: Verify inventory management functionality across different browsers
Created By: Auto-generated
Created Date: June 03, 2025
Version: 1.0

Classification:

Module/Feature: Compatibility
Test Type: Compatibility
Test Level: System
Priority: P3-Medium
Execution Phase: Compatibility
Automation Status: Automated

Enhanced Tags: MOD-Compatibility, P3-Medium, Phase-Compatibility, Type-Compatibility, Platform-Web, Report-QA, Customer-All, Risk-Low, Business-Medium, Revenue-Impact-Low, Integration-Point

Test Environment:

Environment: Staging
Browser/Version: Chrome 115+, Firefox 110+, Safari 16+, Edge Latest
Device/OS: Windows 11, macOS 12+
Dependencies: Cross-browser testing tools

Prerequisites:

Setup_Requirements: Multiple browsers installed and configured
Test_Data: Standard meter inventory data
Prior_Test_Cases: Core functionality validated in Chrome

Test Procedure:

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Test dashboard load in Chrome	Dashboard displays correctly	Standard inventory data	Baseline browser
2	Test dashboard load in Firefox	Identical functionality and appearance	Same data set	Firefox compatibility
3	Test dashboard load in Safari	Consistent behavior across browsers	Same data set	Safari compatibility
4	Test dashboard load in Edge	Full compatibility maintained	Same data set	Edge compatibility
5	Verify search functionality across browsers	Search works identically in all browsers	Search: "FlowMaster"	Cross-browser search
6	Test bulk add modal in all browsers	Modal displays and functions properly	Standard bulk add operation	Modal compatibility
7	Verify CSV upload across browsers	File upload works in all browsers	Test CSV file	Upload compatibility
8	Test export functionality	Export generates correctly in all browsers	Standard export operation	Download compatibility
9	Verify responsive design	UI adapts properly in all browsers	Different screen resolutions	Responsive behavior

Verification Points:

Primary_Verification: Full functionality available in all supported browsers
Secondary_Verifications: Consistent UI appearance, identical user experience
Negative_Verification: No browser-specific bugs or limitations

Test Case 15: Data Integrity and Validation Testing

Test Case ID: MX01US03_TC_015
Title: Verify comprehensive data validation and integrity controls
Created By: Auto-generated
Created Date: June 03, 2025
Version: 1.0

Classification:

Module/Feature: Data Validation
Test Type: Functional
Test Level: System
Priority: P1-Critical
Execution Phase: Regression
Automation Status: Automated

Enhanced Tags: MOD-Validation, P1-Critical, Phase-Regression, Type-Functional, Platform-Web, Report-Engineering, Customer-All, Risk-High, Business-Critical, Revenue-Impact-High, Integration-Point

Test Environment:

Environment: Staging
Browser/Version: Chrome 115+
Dependencies: Validation Service, Database Constraints
Performance_Baseline: < 1 second validation response

Test Procedure:

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Test required field validation	Error messages for missing required fields	Leave Device Number empty	Required field enforcement
2	Test invalid meter type	Only valid types accepted	Invalid Type: "INVALID_TYPE"	Dropdown validation
3	Test invalid manufacturer	Only predefined manufacturers accepted	Invalid Manufacturer: "Unknown Corp"	Business rule validation
4	Test date format validation	Proper date format required	Invalid Date: "2025-13-45"	Date validation
5	Test negative number handling	Negative values rejected where inappropriate	Negative Flow Rate: -5 gpm	Business logic validation
6	Test special character handling	Appropriate character restrictions enforced	Device Number: "SN@#$%^&*"	Character validation
7	Test field length limits	Maximum length enforced	Device Number: 100+ characters	Length validation
8	Test data type validation	Numeric fields reject non-numeric input	Flow Rate: "not_a_number"	Type validation
9	Verify concurrent modification protection	Prevent conflicts from simultaneous edits	Two users editing same meter	Concurrency control

Verification Points:

Primary_Verification: All data validation rules properly enforced
Secondary_Verifications: Clear error messages, data consistency maintained
Negative_Verification: Invalid data rejected, no data corruption

API TEST CASES (Critical Level ≥7)

Test Case 16: Meter Creation API Testing

Test Case ID: MX01US03_TC_016
Title: Verify meter creation API functionality and validation
Created By: Auto-generated
Created Date: June 03, 2025
Version: 1.0

Classification:

Module/Feature: API Integration
Test Type: API
Test Level: Integration
Priority: P1-Critical
Execution Phase: API
Automation Status: Automated

Enhanced Tags: MOD-API, P1-Critical, Phase-API, Type-API, Platform-Web, Report-Engineering, Customer-Enterprise, Risk-High, Business-Critical, Revenue-Impact-High, Integration-External-Dependency

Test Environment:

Environment: API Testing Environment
Dependencies: Meter Management API, Authentication API
Performance_Baseline: < 500ms API response time

Prerequisites:

Setup_Requirements: API access credentials and endpoints configured
Test_Data: Valid API payloads for meter creation

Test Procedure:

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Test successful meter creation	HTTP 201 Created response	POST /api/meters<br/>{"device_number": "API-001", "type": "SMART", "manufacturer": "Elster", "model": "FlowMaster 3000", "location": "Warehouse A"}	Valid creation
2	Test duplicate device number rejection	HTTP 409 Conflict response	Same device_number as step 1	Duplicate validation
3	Test missing required fields	HTTP 400 Bad Request response	{"device_number": "API-002"} (missing required fields)	Field validation
4	Test invalid meter type	HTTP 400 Bad Request response	{"device_number": "API-003", "type": "INVALID"}	Type validation
5	Test unauthorized access	HTTP 401 Unauthorized response	Request without valid authentication	Security validation
6	Test bulk meter creation	HTTP 201 Created with count	POST /api/meters/bulk<br/>[{meter1}, {meter2}, {meter3}]	Bulk operations
7	Test API response time	Response within 500ms benchmark	Various API calls	Performance requirement
8	Test malformed JSON	HTTP 400 Bad Request response	Invalid JSON payload	Input validation

Verification Points:

Primary_Verification: API properly handles all creation scenarios with correct HTTP status codes
Secondary_Verifications: Response times within limits, proper error messages, security controls
Negative_Verification: Invalid requests properly rejected

Test Case 17: Meter Search API Testing

Test Case ID: MX01US03_TC_017
Title: Verify meter search API functionality and filtering capabilities
Created By: Auto-generated
Created Date: June 03, 2025
Version: 1.0

Classification:

Module/Feature: API Integration
Test Type: API
Test Level: Integration
Priority: P1-Critical
Execution Phase: API
Automation Status: Automated

Enhanced Tags: MOD-API, P1-Critical, Phase-API, Type-API, Platform-Web, Report-Engineering, Customer-All, Risk-Medium, Business-Critical, Revenue-Impact-High, Integration-Point

Test Environment:

Environment: API Testing Environment
Dependencies: Search API, Database Query Service
Performance_Baseline: < 500ms search response time

Test Procedure:

Step #	Action	Expected Result	Test Data	Comments
1	Test basic meter search	HTTP 200 OK with results	GET /api/meters?search=FlowMaster	Basic search
2	Test filter by type	HTTP 200 OK with filtered results	GET /api/meters?type=SMART	Type filtering
3	Test filter by manufacturer	HTTP 200 OK with manufacturer results	GET /api/meters?manufacturer=Elster	Manufacturer filtering
4	Test combined filters	HTTP 200 OK with combined results	GET /api/meters?type=SMART&manufacturer=Elster	Multiple filters
5	Test pagination	HTTP 200 OK with paginated results	GET /api/meters?page=1&limit=10	Pagination support
6	Test sorting	HTTP 200 OK with sorted results	GET /api/meters?sort=device_number&order=asc	Sorting capability
7	Test empty search results	HTTP 200 OK with empty array	GET /api/meters?search=NonexistentMeter	No results scenario
8	Test invalid query parameters	HTTP 400 Bad Request	GET /api/meters?invalid_param=value	Parameter validation

Verification Points:

Primary_Verification: Search API returns accurate, filtered results with proper HTTP status codes
Secondary_Verifications: Performance within limits, pagination works, sorting functions correctly
Negative_Verification: Invalid parameters handled gracefully

TEST EXECUTION MATRIX

Browser/Device/Environment Combinations

Test Case	Chrome 115+	Firefox 110+	Safari 16+	Edge Latest	Mobile Chrome	Mobile Safari
TC_001-008	✓ Primary	✓ Secondary	✓ Secondary	✓ Secondary	✓ Responsive	✓ Responsive
TC_009-015	✓ Primary	✓ Validation	✓ Validation	✓ Validation	-	-
TC_016-017	✓ API Tool	-	-	-	-	-

Test Suite Definitions

Smoke Test Suite:

MX01US03_TC_001 (Dashboard Access)
MX01US03_TC_002 (Basic Search)
MX01US03_TC_010 (Security Basics)

Regression Test Suite:

MX01US03_TC_001 through MX01US03_TC_008 (All Core Functionality)
MX01US03_TC_011, MX01US03_TC_012 (Critical Edge Cases)
MX01US03_TC_015 (Data Validation)

Full Test Suite:

All test cases MX01US03_TC_001 through MX01US03_TC_017

API Test Collection:

MX01US03_TC_016 (Meter Creation API)
MX01US03_TC_017 (Meter Search API)

Performance Benchmarks

Operation	Expected Performance	Test Case
Dashboard Load	< 1 second	TC_001, TC_009
Search Response	< 1 second	TC_002, TC_017
Filter Application	< 1 second	TC_002
Bulk Processing	< 3 seconds (100 meters)	TC_003, TC_004
Export Generation	< 3 seconds	TC_007
API Response	< 500ms	TC_016, TC_017

Integration Dependencies

Test Case	External Dependencies	Integration Points
TC_008	Work Order Management System	Status Updates, Assignment Tracking
TC_010	Authentication Service, Audit Service	Security Controls, Logging
TC_013	Network Infrastructure, Database Service	Error Recovery, Data Consistency
TC_016, TC_017	API Gateway, Database	External System Integration

VALIDATION CHECKLIST

✅ Coverage Verification:

All 8 acceptance criteria covered across test cases
All 11 business rules tested with specific validation scenarios
Cross-browser compatibility validated (Chrome primary focus)
Positive and negative scenarios included
Integration points with Work Order system tested
Security considerations addressed with authorization testing

✅ Quality Metrics:

Performance benchmarks defined (< 1 second standard, < 500ms API)
Risk levels assigned based on business impact
Complexity levels assessed for execution planning
Data sensitivity classifications applied

✅ Business Alignment:

Test data uses sample data from user story (not screenshots)
Realistic utility company scenarios
Revenue impact considerations included
Customer segment targeting appropriate

✅ Technical Coverage:

API tests for critical operations (≥7 importance level)
Edge cases covered with 80% detail level
Boundary value testing included
Error handling and recovery scenarios tested

✅ Reporting Support:

Enhanced tags support all 17 BrowserStack report categories
Stakeholder reporting classifications included
Trend tracking and executive visibility marked
Module coverage tracking implemented

This comprehensive test suite provides complete coverage of the Meter Inventory Management system functionality while adhering to the specified format requirements and supporting all requested reporting capabilities.