Understanding the Mandatory Condition for Page Elements in SuiteAnalytics

In the latest release of NetSuite, version 2026.1, a significant enhancement has been introduced for page elements in SuiteAnalytics. The new Mandatory Condition feature allows developers and administrators to dynamically control when a value is required for a field, enhancing the customization capabilities of mobile forms.

Overview of the Mandatory Condition Feature

The Is Mandatory setting on page elements is crucial for determining whether a user must provide an input. However, with the introduction of the Mandatory Condition field, you now have the flexibility to define conditions under which this requirement changes. This capability is particularly useful in mobile customizations where user context may influence the necessity of certain data.

How to Use the Mandatory Condition Field

When configuring a page element's mandatory settings, you can:

• Set Dynamic Conditions: Input an expression that evaluates to true (mandatory) or false (optional). This allows for real-time validation based on user input or other criteria.
• Use Static Values: For cases where you want the field to always be mandatory or optional, simply enter true or false directly into the field.
• Leave it Blank: If you do not need a dynamic condition, you can leave the Mandatory Condition field blank while simply checking or unchecking the Is Mandatory box as needed.

Best Practices for Implementing Mandatory Conditions

1. Consider User Experience: When using dynamic mandatory conditions, ensure the logic is intuitive. Unnecessarily complex conditions can frustrate users.
2. Test Extensively: Always test your configurations in a sandbox environment to ensure that conditions function as intended across various device types and user scenarios.
3. Documentation and Training: Provide comprehensive documentation and training for users on how to properly understand and interact with new fields that employ these mandatory settings.

Customizing Page Elements in Custom Processes

For more advanced customization, refer to the help topic on Customizing Mobile Page Elements. This guide will walk you through additional options to tailor page elements to fit specific business processes, ensuring that data collection aligns with your organization's operational needs.

Note: While the Mandatory Condition enhances user data input validation, it is essential to strike a balance that does not hinder usability. Enriching your mobile forms with intelligently designed mandatory conditions can lead to better data integrity and user compliance.

Key Takeaways

• The Mandatory Condition feature allows dynamic control of input requirements for page elements.
• You can implement either static conditions or dynamic expressions to manage when inputs are mandatory.
• Testing and user experience considerations are vital to effective implementation of mandatory conditions.
• Further customization options are available for specific use cases in mobile page elements.