Using Segmented Object Details

Objective

After completing this lesson, you will be able to create a Segmented Object Detail in SAP Fieldglass.

Segmented Object Detail

If an organization needs to capture more complex data than a standard field allows, they can create a custom field called a Segmented Object Detail (SOD).

The Segmented Object Detail admin object can be used to capture multiple rows of data on custom fields, cost center attributes, or complex accounting strings. This functionality allows for a detailed mapping of data requirements so that the string of values entered can follow more complex logic.

Requested Reviewers segmented object details admin object displaying two segments in the Segments section: Approver Name and Approver Number. Each segment includes the details Segment Name, Type, Pick List ,and Mandatory. A Job Posting Creation page is also shown, displaying the Requested Reviewers field along with the Approver name and Approve Number that correspond to the segments on the Details page.

Navigating the Segmented Object Detail Admin Object

Configuration section of the Admin Menu, the Segmented Object Detail selection is highlighted.

1	To view a list of Segmented object picklists associated to WorkingNet’s tenant, select Segmented Object Detail from the Configuration section of the admin menu.

Segmented Object Detail List Page

SAP Fieldglass supports three possible uses of Segmented Object Details, as indicated in the Type column illustrated here: Grid, Cost Center Attribute, and Cost Center Allocation. The two cost center SODs, however, must be specially enabled in the company configuration.

2	Type indicates what the SOD is used for.
3	Module indicates the module to which the SOD will be assigned.
4	Document Type indicates the type of document on which to include the SOD. If an organization uses SOD as an Attribute and has enabled more than one option, you must select one. Otherwise, the field will be selected and locked by default based on the options the organization uses.
5	Number of Segments indicates the number of segments to be included in the SOD.
6	To view the details of a segmented object detail, select the appropriate link in the Name column.

Segmented Object Detail Details Page

In addition to the standard details, a segmented object detail’s details page will indicate the segments that have been added to the SOD.

7	If a pick list is used in a segment, a link to that pick list will also be displayed in the Pick List column.

Create a Segmented Object Detail

WorkingNet Networking, Inc., a global manufacturer of data networking equipment, wants to capture whether a contingent worker is given access to WorkingNet’s systems as part of their employment.

In order to gather this information, you, as the SAP Fieldglass administrator for WorkingNet, will configure a Segmented Object Detail.

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Summary

Segmented Object Details (SOD) are custom fields that enable capturing multiple rows of data, such as custom fields, cost center attributes, or complex accounting strings, enhancing the mapping of data requirements to follow intricate logic.

Key Points:

Purpose of Segmented Object Detail (SOD): Allows capturing complex data beyond standard fields.
Types of SOD: Grid, Cost Center Attribute, and Cost Center Allocation types.
Key Details on SOD List Page: Includes Type, Module, Document Type, and Number of Segments.
Viewing SOD Details: Contains segments added to the SOD and links to pick lists if used.

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