Configuring work schedule input validation rules

The Work Schedule Input Validation rule set validates work schedules submitted by users. For example, an agency may require that work schedule hours must be the same as the duty hours. The following work schedule input validation rules are available.

  • Fixed Work Schedule Rule. Validates that the work schedule has the same start and stop time times for each day.

  • Work Schedule Hours Must Match Duty Hours. Validates that the total work schedule hours equals the total duty hours.

Work Schedule Input Validation Rule page contents

Depending on the rule, the fields listed below may vary.

  • Name. The name of the rule. This field is read-only.

  • ID. The unique ID that is assigned to the rule, for example, WSIV_NFC_01. This field is read-only.

  • Implementation Class. The category that the rule is assigned to. This field is read-only.

  • Description. The description of the rule. This field is read-only.

  • Message. The text of the message that is displayed to the user when the rule is triggered. With the exception of Pay Provider Validation rules, the message text cannot be modified.

  • Enabled. Whether the rule is enabled or disabled.

  • Allow Blank Schedule. Whether the rule allows a blank (empty) work schedule.

  • Validation Type (ERROR or WARNING). Specify whether the rule produces an ERROR message type or a WARNING message type.

  • Control Logic. Assign or remove rule control logic items.  A rule control logic item determines the outcome of the application of the validation rule.  

Configuring work schedule rules

To configure a work schedule input validation rule, take these steps:

  1. Click Common Set Up > Rule Management on the main menu. The Rule Management page opens.

  2. Click the Work Schedule Input Validation link. The page opens and the Rules for Work Schedule Input Validation Rule Set table displays.

  3. Click the Name link on the row that identifies the work schedule rule. The rule opens.

  4. Make changes.

  5. Click Save. A success message displays.