Required Fields

What are required fields?

Required fields are fields in Connexus that must be filled in before a user can save or submit a record. These fields are essential for capturing critical data needed for your business processes or system operations.

If users do not fill in the required fields the system will display an error message, prompting the user to fill in the missing information before saving the record. 

2. Why are Required Fields Important?

Required fields ensure that your system captures all necessary information before a user can proceed, preventing incomplete or incorrect data from being submitted. They help:

• Maintain data consistency: Ensure users input all essential data fields for records.
• Ensure process integrity: Critical data elements are always collected, which may trigger workflows or reporting.
• Improve compliance: Certain industries require specific data to be captured in order to meet regulatory requirements.

Standard Required Fields

Standard required fields are built into your system. These fields are mandatory and cannot be removed or modified.

Example: Below are the predefined fields for Connexus' Asset Module, these fields cannot be changed.

• Asset Name
   
• Asset Type
   
• Site
   
• Building
   
• Location

Customizing Required Fields

Customization of required fields allows you to tailor your system to meet specific needs of the organiztion. Only users with system admin access can choose which fields are mandatory across the system.

Tips

• Limit the number of required fields: Avoid making too many fields mandatory, as this can overwhelm users.
• Use logical grouping: Group related fields together so users can focus on completing one section at a time.