Option "static object" as target works in a DIFFERENT way than the description on Manual 2020

[Charlie_01]

I don't know what happened, but I'm sure things has just changed since update 2.5.6.59625.1.
According "DCS user manual 2020" (pp.222-223), you should be able to choose a static object (from "advanced waypoint actions" -> type: "perform task" -> action: "attack unit") as target for an "airplane group" when you set "pinpoint strike", "ground attack" or "runway attack" as main task (see pic below).
However I can currently choose that option if I set "CAS" as main task only. When I set "pinpoint strike" (I can't even use WWII planes to perform this task), "runway attack" or "ground attack" I can't find any "attack unit" option in "action" menu.
Please let me know whether this happens to all other players or I have M.E.'s settings totally messed up instead.

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Edited March 21, 2021 by Charlie_01
typos corrections

[Grimes]

That is a error in the guide. Attack unit is only available in CAS, CAP, Intercept, SEAD, and Anti-ship roles just like the "Attack Group" task. Since static targets can't move you can use the bombing task to accomplish the same result. The difference being the AI will keep attacking until the target is dead when you use Attack Unit and the AI will keep attacking the point assigned with the bombing task with however it is setup.