Yes, there should definitely be a merge field option there… can you give us some more details for when/how you’ve been experiencing this? (e.g. what version of Skuid are you running? In what browser? Themes?)

Chrome: Version 45.0.2454.101 m
Skuid: 7.19

I see this when I have a table in a drawer or popup. Don’t remember having the issue with 7.16.
My theme is a custom one, but based on the standard blue. Just changed some colors around. 

Actually I take that back, I do see the merge field Id in my drawers. Seems to just be popups

Oh weird, I switched to a newer version of Skuid and am experiencing the same issue. I’ll look into it for you and see what’s up.

Obviously not the end of the world since you can edit the XML, just wanted to make sure you all were aware of it.

Yes, but now my curiosity is piqued… thanks for reporting this.