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Add a field ​

This article covers: Add Field.

Before you start ​

  • Access. You need access to HCM Settings > Custom Fields. If you do not see it in the menu, ask your administrator for the role that covers this area.

Steps ​

  1. Open HCM Settings > Custom Fields.

  2. Select Add Field.

  3. In the window Custom Field fill in the fields below.

    The window
FieldWhat it means and what to enter
EntityChoose one: Employee, Position, Organization Unit, Leave Request.
API NameThe name people see for the record.
Field LabelType the field label.
Field TypeChoose one: Text, Number, Date, Boolean, Select, Lookup.
OptionsFor example: Options JSON (SELECT only), e.g. [{"value":"A","label":"A"}].
RequiredChoose one: No, Yes.
Display OrderA number that sets the order in lists.
  1. Select Save Changes.

The window closes and the table shows the result.

If something does not work ​

  • The button "Add Field" is missing. You do not have the permission, or the page is not in your menu. See Access above.
  • A list in the window is empty. The records it picks from do not exist yet.
  • The window will not close or shows a message. Read the message: it names the field that is missing or not allowed.