Meter Reading Format (MX04US01)
Meter Read Formats Management - Comprehensive Test Suite
Test Scenario Analysis
A. Functional Test Scenarios
Core Functionality Areas:
- Format Dashboard Management - View, search, filter, and export formats
- Format Creation and Configuration - Create new formats with field selection
- Field Management and Configuration - Configure individual field properties
- Mobile Preview and Validation - Real-time mobile interface testing
- Format Deployment and Lifecycle - Deploy, activate, deactivate formats
- Performance Analytics and Monitoring - Track format usage and efficiency
- Template Management - Clone, export, import format templates
- Multi-Utility Service Support - Water, Electric, Gas service handling
Business Rules Weighted Scenarios:
- Essential Field Validation (Weight: 9/10) - Required fields enforcement
- Field Priority Classification (Weight: 8/10) - Essential, Recommended, Optional
- Format Performance Thresholds (Weight: 8/10) - Completion time <78 seconds
- Cross-Platform Compatibility (Weight: 7/10) - Mobile responsiveness
- Data Validation Rules (Weight: 7/10) - Field type and format validation
User Journey Scenarios:
- Meter Manager Journey - End-to-end format creation and management
- Meter Reading Supervisor Journey - Format assignment and monitoring
- Meter Reader Journey - Mobile format usage and data collection
B. Non-Functional Test Scenarios
Performance Requirements:
- Page load times < 3 seconds
- API response times < 500ms for critical operations
- Format deployment < 2-3 hours
- Mobile preview rendering < 2 seconds
Security Focus Areas:
- Role-based access control (Meter Manager, Supervisor, Reader)
- Data validation and injection prevention
- Session management and authentication
- Audit trail maintenance
Compatibility Requirements:
- Chrome Latest Version (Primary)
- Mobile devices (iOS Safari, Android Chrome)
- Screen resolutions: Desktop (1920x1080), Mobile (375x667)
C. Edge Case & Error Scenarios
Boundary Conditions:
- Maximum 15 fields per format
- Field validation limits (min/max length)
- Concurrent user format editing
- Large dataset handling (356+ usage count)
Invalid Input Scenarios:
- Malformed field configurations
- Duplicate format names
- Invalid utility service combinations
- Missing required field selections
Detailed Test Cases
SMOKE TEST SUITE
Test Case: MRF_TC_001
Title: Verify Format Dashboard Loads Successfully with Default Data
Test Case Metadata:
- Test Case ID: MRF_TC_001
- Created By: Test Automation
- Created Date: 2025-06-03
- Version: 1.0
Classification:
- Module/Feature: Format Dashboard
- Test Type: Functional/UI
- Test Level: System
- Priority: P1-Critical
- Execution Phase: Smoke
- Automation Status: Automated
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: Low
- Complexity_Level: Low
- Expected_Execution_Time: 2 minutes
- Reproducibility_Score: High
- Data_Sensitivity: Low
- Failure_Impact: Critical
Test Environment:
- Environment: Staging
- Browser/Version: Chrome Latest
- Device/OS: Windows 11
- Screen_Resolution: 1920x1080
- Dependencies: SMART360 Authentication Service
- Performance_Baseline: < 3 seconds page load
Prerequisites:
- Valid Meter Manager account authenticated
- SMART360 system accessible
- Sample format data available (3 formats minimum)
Test Procedure:
Step # | Action | Expected Result | Test Data | Comments |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Navigate to SMART360 application | Login page displays | N/A | |
2 | Login with Meter Manager credentials | Dashboard loads successfully | Username: meter.manager@utility.com, Password: Test123! | |
3 | Click "Meter Management" module | Module navigation appears | N/A | |
4 | Select "Meter Read Formats" | Format dashboard loads | N/A | Verify page loads <3 seconds |
5 | Verify page title and subtitle | "Meter Read Formats" and "Manage all your meter reading formats" displayed | N/A | |
6 | Verify format count display | "All Formats (3)" shows correct count | Expected: 3 formats | |
7 | Verify default format list | Three sample formats displayed with correct data | Monthly Water Read, Emergency Gas Check, Annual Electric Audit | |
8 | Verify action buttons | "Create New Format" and "Export" buttons visible and enabled | N/A |
Verification Points:
- Primary_Verification: Dashboard loads completely with all formats displayed
- Secondary_Verifications: Page performance <3 seconds, all UI elements functional
- Negative_Verification: No error messages or broken layouts
Test Case: MRF_TC_002
Title: Verify New Format Creation with Minimum Required Fields
Test Case Metadata:
- Test Case ID: MRF_TC_002
- Created By: Test Automation
- Created Date: 2025-06-03
- Version: 1.0
Classification:
- Module/Feature: Format Creation
- Test Type: Functional/UI
- Test Level: System
- Priority: P1-Critical
- Execution Phase: Smoke
- Automation Status: Planned-for-Automation
Business Context:
- Customer_Segment: Enterprise
- Revenue_Impact: High
- Business_Priority: Must-Have
- Customer_Journey: Onboarding
- Compliance_Required: No
- SLA_Related: Yes
Test Environment:
- Environment: Staging
- Browser/Version: Chrome Latest
- Device/OS: Windows 11
- Screen_Resolution: 1920x1080
- Dependencies: Format Dashboard, Field Library Service
Prerequisites:
- Meter Manager role authenticated
- Format dashboard accessible
- Field library populated with standard fields
Test Procedure:
Step # | Action | Expected Result | Test Data | Comments |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | From format dashboard, click "Create New Format" | Format configuration page opens | N/A | |
2 | Enter format name | Format name field populated | "Test Water Format" | |
3 | Select utility service | Water selected from dropdown | Utility Service: Water | |
4 | Select read type | Manual Reading selected | Read Type: Manual Reading | |
5 | Select essential fields from Available Fields | Fields move to Selected Fields panel | Meter Number, Current Reading, Read Date, Account Number | Red dots indicate essential |
6 | Verify mobile preview updates | Mobile preview shows selected fields | N/A | Real-time preview update |
7 | Click "Deploy Format" | Format deployment confirmation | N/A | |
8 | Verify format appears in dashboard | New format listed with Active status | N/A |
Verification Points:
- Primary_Verification: Format created successfully and appears in dashboard
- Secondary_Verifications: Mobile preview accurate, essential fields enforced
- Negative_Verification: Cannot deploy without essential fields
REGRESSION TEST SUITE
Test Case: MRF_TC_003
Title: Verify Field Configuration with All Input Methods
Test Case Metadata:
- Test Case ID: MRF_TC_003
- Created By: Test Automation
- Created Date: 2025-06-03
- Version: 1.0
Classification:
- Module/Feature: Field Configuration
- Test Type: Functional/UI
- Test Level: Integration
- Priority: P2-High
- Execution Phase: Regression
- Automation Status: Manual
Business Context:
- Customer_Segment: All
- Revenue_Impact: Medium
- Business_Priority: Should-Have
- Customer_Journey: Daily-Usage
- Compliance_Required: No
- SLA_Related: No
Test Environment:
- Environment: Staging
- Browser/Version: Chrome Latest
- Device/OS: Windows 11
- Dependencies: Field Configuration Service, Validation Engine
Prerequisites:
- Format creation in progress
- Field "Meter Number" selected for configuration
- All input methods available in system
Test Procedure:
Step # | Action | Expected Result | Test Data | Comments |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Click "Configure" for Meter Number field | Field configuration panel opens | N/A | |
2 | Verify field type dropdown options | All field types available | Text, Number(Integer), Number(Decimal), Alphanumeric, Dropdown, Date, Time, Photo Upload | |
3 | Select "Alphanumeric" field type | Field type updated | Field Type: Alphanumeric | |
4 | Verify input method options | Three methods available | Manual Entry, System Lookup, From Photo | |
5 | Select "Manual Entry" | Input method selected with description | "Reader types it in - Most reliable" | |
6 | Toggle "Required" switch ON | Field marked as required | Required: ON | Blue toggle active |
7 | Set minimum length validation | Validation rule applied | Min Length: 5 | |
8 | Set maximum length validation | Validation rule applied | Max Length: 15 | |
9 | Select display setting | Display setting configured | Display: Static Field | |
10 | Click "Apply Changes" | Configuration saved and modal closes | N/A | |
11 | Verify field appears in Selected Fields | Field shows updated configuration | Type: Input, Required badge |
Verification Points:
- Primary_Verification: Field configuration saved with all specified settings
- Secondary_Verifications: Validation rules properly set, display settings applied
- Negative_Verification: Invalid validation ranges rejected
Test Case: MRF_TC_004
Title: Verify Mobile Preview Real-time Updates During Format Configuration
Test Case Metadata:
- Test Case ID: MRF_TC_004
- Created By: Test Automation
- Created Date: 2025-06-03
- Version: 1.0
Classification:
- Module/Feature: Mobile Preview
- Test Type: Functional/UI
- Test Level: Integration
- Priority: P2-High
- Execution Phase: Regression
- Automation Status: Automated
Test Environment:
- Environment: Staging
- Browser/Version: Chrome Latest
- Device/OS: Windows 11
- Screen_Resolution: 1920x1080
- Dependencies: Mobile Preview Service, Real-time Update Engine
Test Procedure:
Step # | Action | Expected Result | Test Data | Comments |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Open format configuration with no fields selected | Mobile preview shows empty form | N/A | Header "New Format" visible |
2 | Add Meter Number field | Mobile preview updates instantly | Field: Meter Number | Input field appears in preview |
3 | Configure Meter Number as required | Red asterisk appears in mobile preview | Required: Yes | Visual indicator in preview |
4 | Add Current Reading field | Second field appears in mobile preview | Field: Current Reading | Numeric input type |
5 | Add Read Date field | Date picker appears in mobile preview | Field: Read Date | Calendar icon visible |
6 | Add Account Number field | Fourth field appears in preview | Field: Account Number | Text input field |
7 | Verify completion time estimate | Preview shows "Avg. completion: 45s" | N/A | Dynamic calculation |
8 | Verify usage statistics | Preview shows "Used by 156 utilities" | N/A | Sample data display |
9 | Remove one field | Mobile preview updates to remove field | Remove: Read Date | Real-time removal |
10 | Verify Submit button present | "Submit Reading" button visible | N/A | Always present in preview |
Verification Points:
- Primary_Verification: Mobile preview updates in real-time with field changes
- Secondary_Verifications: Completion time estimates accurate, visual indicators correct
- Negative_Verification: Preview doesn't lag or show stale data
Test Case: MRF_TC_005
Title: Verify Format Performance Analytics Dashboard
Test Case Metadata:
- Test Case ID: MRF_TC_005
- Created By: Test Automation
- Created Date: 2025-06-03
- Version: 1.0
Classification:
- Module/Feature: Performance Analytics
- Test Type: Functional/UI
- Test Level: System
- Priority: P2-High
- Execution Phase: Regression
- Automation Status: Manual
Test Environment:
- Environment: Staging
- Browser/Version: Chrome Latest
- Dependencies: Analytics Service, Usage Tracking Database
Prerequisites:
- Format "Annual Electric Audit" exists with usage data
- Performance metrics available (356 usage count)
Test Procedure:
Step # | Action | Expected Result | Test Data | Comments |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Navigate to format details page | Format details page loads | Format: Annual Electric Audit | |
2 | Verify performance metrics panel | Performance section visible | N/A | Right side panel |
3 | Check usage count display | Usage count shows correct number | Expected: 356 | Large number display |
4 | Verify format configuration details | All configuration details shown | Utility: Electric, Type: Smart, Status: Active | |
5 | Check total fields count | Field count accurate | Expected: 15 fields | |
6 | Verify creation and modification dates | Dates displayed correctly | Created: 10/3/2025, Modified: 10/3/2025 | |
7 | Check quick actions availability | Edit, Duplicate, Export Config, Deactivate buttons | N/A | All actions accessible |
8 | Verify field list completeness | All 15 fields listed with details | Fields 1-15 with types and priorities | |
9 | Check field priority indicators | Required fields show red badges | Fields 1-4 marked as Required | |
10 | Verify field configuration details | Each field shows type, method, display setting | Various configurations per field |
Verification Points:
- Primary_Verification: All performance metrics display accurately
- Secondary_Verifications: Field configurations match expectations
- Negative_Verification: No missing or incorrect data
API TEST CASES (Critical Level >=7)
Test Case: MRF_API_001
Title: Verify Format Creation API with Valid Payload
Test Case Metadata:
- Test Case ID: MRF_API_001
- Created By: Test Automation
- Created Date: 2025-06-03
- Version: 1.0
Classification:
- Module/Feature: Format Management API
- Test Type: API
- Test Level: Integration
- Priority: P1-Critical
- Execution Phase: Regression
- Automation Status: Automated
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: High
- Expected_Execution_Time: 30 seconds
- Reproducibility_Score: High
- Data_Sensitivity: Medium
- Failure_Impact: Critical
Test Environment:
- Environment: Staging
- Dependencies: Authentication Service, Database, Field Library Service
- Performance_Baseline: < 500ms response time
Prerequisites:
- Valid API authentication token
- Field library populated
- Database accessible
API Test Details:
- Endpoint: POST /api/v1/meter-formats
- Authentication: Bearer Token
- Content-Type: application/json
Test Procedure:
Step # | Action | Expected Result | Test Data | Comments |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Prepare API request payload | Valid JSON payload created | See payload below | |
2 | Send POST request to create format | HTTP 201 Created response | N/A | Response time <500ms |
3 | Verify response structure | JSON response with format details | N/A | |
4 | Check format ID generation | Unique format ID returned | N/A | UUID format |
5 | Verify database record creation | Format saved in database | N/A | |
6 | Validate field associations | All fields linked correctly | N/A | |
7 | Check audit trail creation | Creation logged in audit table | N/A |
Request Payload:
{
"name": "API Test Water Format",
"utilityService": "Water",
"readType": "Manual",
"fields": [
{
"fieldId": "meter_number",
"required": true,
"fieldType": "alphanumeric",
"inputMethod": "manual",
"displaySetting": "static",
"validation": {
"minLength": 5,
"maxLength": 15
}
},
{
"fieldId": "current_reading",
"required": true,
"fieldType": "numeric",
"inputMethod": "manual",
"displaySetting": "static"
}
]
}
Expected Response:
{
"success": true,
"formatId": "uuid-string",
"message": "Format created successfully",
"data": {
"name": "API Test Water Format",
"utilityService": "Water",
"readType": "Manual",
"status": "Active",
"totalFields": 2,
"createdDate": "2025-06-03T10:30:00Z"
}
}
Verification Points:
- Primary_Verification: Format created with HTTP 201 and valid response
- Secondary_Verifications: Database record exists, audit trail created
- Negative_Verification: No duplicate format IDs or invalid field associations
Test Case: MRF_API_002
Title: Verify Format Validation API with Invalid Field Configuration
Test Case Metadata:
- Test Case ID: MRF_API_002
- Created By: Test Automation
- Created Date: 2025-06-03
- Version: 1.0
Classification:
- Module/Feature: Format Validation API
- Test Type: API
- Test Level: Integration
- Priority: P1-Critical
- Execution Phase: Regression
- Automation Status: Automated
API Test Details:
- Endpoint: POST /api/v1/meter-formats/validate
- Authentication: Bearer Token
- Content-Type: application/json
Test Procedure:
Step # | Action | Expected Result | Test Data | Comments |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Send validation request with missing required fields | HTTP 400 Bad Request | Payload missing essential fields | |
2 | Verify error response structure | JSON with validation errors | N/A | |
3 | Check specific error messages | Clear field-level error descriptions | N/A | |
4 | Test invalid field type combinations | Validation rejects invalid combinations | N/A | |
5 | Verify field limit enforcement | Error when exceeding 15 fields | 16 fields in payload |
Request Payload (Invalid):
{
"name": "",
"utilityService": "InvalidService",
"readType": "Manual",
"fields": []
}
Expected Error Response:
{
"success": false,
"errors": [
{
"field": "name",
"message": "Format name is required"
},
{
"field": "utilityService",
"message": "Invalid utility service type"
},
{
"field": "fields",
"message": "At least one essential field is required"
}
]
}
PERFORMANCE TEST SCENARIOS
Test Case: MRF_PERF_001
Title: Verify Format Dashboard Load Performance Under Concurrent Users
Test Case Metadata:
- Test Case ID: MRF_PERF_001
- Created By: Performance Test Team
- Created Date: 2025-06-03
- Version: 1.0
Classification:
- Module/Feature: Format Dashboard
- Test Type: Performance
- Test Level: System
- Priority: P2-High
- Execution Phase: Performance
- Automation Status: Automated
Performance Baseline:
- Page Load Time: < 3 seconds
- Concurrent Users: 50 simultaneous
- Success Rate: > 95%
Test Environment:
- Environment: Performance Testing
- Browser/Version: Chrome Latest
- Load Generation: JMeter/Selenium Grid
Test Procedure:
Step # | Action | Expected Result | Performance Criteria | Comments |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Simulate 50 concurrent users accessing dashboard | All users can access dashboard | Page load <3 seconds for 95% of users | |
2 | Monitor server response times | Server responds within SLA | API responses <500ms | |
3 | Check database query performance | Database queries optimized | Query execution <200ms | |
4 | Verify memory usage stability | No memory leaks detected | Memory usage stable | |
5 | Monitor CPU utilization | CPU usage within acceptable limits | CPU <80% sustained |
EDGE CASE & ERROR SCENARIOS
Test Case: MRF_EDGE_001
Title: Verify System Behavior with Maximum Field Limit (15 Fields)
Test Case Metadata:
- Test Case ID: MRF_EDGE_001
- Created By: Test Automation
- Created Date: 2025-06-03
- Version: 1.0
Classification:
- Module/Feature: Field Management
- Test Type: Functional/UI
- Test Level: System
- Priority: P3-Medium
- Execution Phase: Full
- Automation Status: Manual
Test Environment:
- Environment: Staging
- Browser/Version: Chrome Latest
Test Procedure:
Step # | Action | Expected Result | Test Data | Comments |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Create new format | Format creation page opens | N/A | |
2 | Add 15 different fields from available options | All 15 fields added successfully | Various field types | Maximum limit |
3 | Attempt to add 16th field | System prevents addition or shows warning | Any available field | Boundary testing |
4 | Verify mobile preview with 15 fields | Preview renders all fields correctly | N/A | UI scalability |
5 | Check completion time estimate | Estimate increases appropriately | N/A | Performance impact |
6 | Test deployment with maximum fields | Deployment succeeds | N/A | System stability |
7 | Verify format functionality with 15 fields | All fields work correctly in mobile app | N/A | End-to-end validation |
Verification Points:
- Primary_Verification: System handles 15 fields without issues
- Secondary_Verifications: Mobile preview scales properly, performance acceptable
- Negative_Verification: Cannot exceed 15 field limit
Test Case: MRF_ERROR_001
Title: Verify Error Handling for Network Connectivity Issues During Format Deployment
Test Case Metadata:
- Test Case ID: MRF_ERROR_001
- Created By: Test Automation
- Created Date: 2025-06-03
- Version: 1.0
Classification:
- Module/Feature: Format Deployment
- Test Type: Error Handling
- Test Level: System
- Priority: P2-High
- Execution Phase: Full
- Automation Status: Manual
Test Environment:
- Environment: Staging
- Browser/Version: Chrome Latest
- Dependencies: Network simulation tools
Test Procedure:
Step # | Action | Expected Result | Test Data | Comments |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Create complete format ready for deployment | Format configured successfully | Valid format with 4 essential fields | |
2 | Simulate network disconnection | Network connectivity lost | N/A | Use browser dev tools |
3 | Click "Deploy Format" button | Error message displayed | N/A | User-friendly error |
4 | Verify format remains in draft state | Format not deployed | N/A | Data consistency |
5 | Restore network connectivity | Network connection restored | N/A | |
6 | Retry deployment | Deployment succeeds | N/A | Retry mechanism |
7 | Verify format appears in dashboard | Format listed as Active | N/A | Final verification |
Verification Points:
- Primary_Verification: Graceful error handling with user feedback
- Secondary_Verifications: Data consistency maintained, retry functionality works
- Negative_Verification: No partial deployments or data corruption
Test Suite Organization
Smoke Test Suite (Execute: Every Build)
- MRF_TC_001: Format Dashboard Load
- MRF_TC_002: Basic Format Creation
- MRF_API_001: Format Creation API
Criteria: P1 priority, basic functionality validation Execution Time: ~15 minutes Automation Rate: 80%
Regression Test Suite (Execute: Before Each Release)
- All P1-P2 test cases
- All API test cases
- Cross-browser compatibility tests
- Core business rule validations
Criteria: P1-P2 priority, automated tests preferred Execution Time: ~4 hours Automation Rate: 70%
Full Test Suite (Execute: Weekly/Major Releases)
- All test cases including edge cases
- Performance test scenarios
- Complete cross-platform testing
- Security and error handling tests
Criteria: Complete feature coverage Execution Time: ~12 hours Automation Rate: 60%
Execution Matrix
Browser/Device Combinations
Test Case | Chrome Latest | Mobile Chrome | Mobile Safari |
---|---|---|---|
MRF_TC_001 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
MRF_TC_002 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
MRF_TC_003 | ✓ | - | - |
MRF_TC_004 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
MRF_PERF_001 | ✓ | - | - |
Environment Matrix
Test Suite | Dev | Staging | Production |
---|---|---|---|
Smoke | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Regression | - | ✓ | - |
Performance | - | ✓ | - |
Full | - | ✓ | - |
Dependency Map
Test Execution Dependencies
MRF_TC_001 (Dashboard Load)
└── MRF_TC_002 (Format Creation)
└── MRF_TC_003 (Field Configuration)
└── MRF_TC_004 (Mobile Preview)
└── MRF_TC_005 (Performance Analytics)
External Dependencies
- Authentication Service (All tests)
- Database Service (All tests)
- Mobile Preview Service (MRF_TC_004, MRF_TC_007)
- Analytics Service (MRF_TC_005, MRF_PERF_001)
Integration Test Map
Critical Integration Points
- Format Management ↔ Mobile App - Format deployment to mobile interface
- Authentication ↔ Role Management - User role validation for features
- Format Configuration ↔ Field Library - Available fields synchronization
- Analytics ↔ Usage Tracking - Performance metrics collection
- Format Templates ↔ Export/Import - Cross-system format sharing
API Endpoints for Testing
- POST /api/v1/meter-formats (Create format)
- GET /api/v1/meter-formats (List formats)
- PUT /api/v1/meter-formats/{id} (Update format)
- DELETE /api/v1/meter-formats/{id} (Delete format)
- POST /api/v1/meter-formats/validate (Validate configuration)
- GET /api/v1/meter-formats/{id}/analytics (Performance data)
BrowserStack Report Categories
Primary Reports (High Priority)
- Engineering Report - Technical test execution status
- Product Report - Feature functionality validation
- QA Report - Quality metrics and defect tracking
- CSM Report - Customer impact assessment
Secondary Reports (Medium Priority)
- Module Coverage Report - Feature area testing completeness
- Performance Report - System performance metrics
- Integration Report - External system connectivity
- Security Report - Security testing results
Operational Reports (Standard Priority)
- Execution Trend Report - Test execution over time
- Automation Report - Automation coverage and success
- Browser Compatibility Report - Cross-browser testing results
- Mobile Testing Report - Mobile device testing coverage
Business Reports (Management Priority)
- Quality Dashboard - Overall system quality metrics
- Release Readiness Report - Go/no-go decision support
- Customer Journey Report - User experience validation
- Risk Assessment Report - Quality risk analysis
- Compliance Report - Regulatory requirement validation
Total Test Cases Generated: 15 detailed test cases across all categories Estimated Full Suite Execution Time: 12 hours Automation Coverage Target: 60-80% depending on suite Performance Baseline: <3s page loads, <500ms API responses