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   To define shorthand aliases:

1. Navigate to the Shorthand Aliases window.

2. Select the name and structure of the key flexfield for which you want to define shorthand aliases.

3. Enter an alias, which serves as a "name" for a combination or partial combination. A shorthand alias can be any combination of characters.

4. In the Template field, enter either an entire flexfield combination or the pattern of segment values that your alias represents.

Your flexfield validates each segment value you enter but does not check whether the combination is a valid combination (if you enter an entire combination).

If you want to enter a value for a segment that depends on another segment, you must first enter a value into the corresponding independent segment.

5. Enter an alias description. This field is required.

6. If you want to have the alias effective for a limited time, you can enter a start date and/or an end date for the alias. The alias is valid for the time including the From and To dates.

7. Save your changes.

Overview of Shorthand Flexfield Entry

Disabling or Enabling a Shorthand Alias

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