How do I select a "type" to assign to a job type?
You would select a type to assign to a job type to define how jobs in that category are processed and managed within the system. The selected type helps control behaviors such as costing, billing, asset tracking, or reporting requirements associated with the job. Assigning the correct type helps ensure projects are categorized properly and processed consistently according to organizational standards.
A type defines the accounting behavior for the job type that is assigned to a job. Use the following list of job types to select the one that fits best.
Construction
Installs or builds new assets. This option will create a pending action record to record a new asset.
Contribution
Reflects contributed goods and services received from an outside source that adds value to new or existing assets. This option will create a pending action record to record a new asset.
Cost of Removal
Includes costs for removing an asset from service. This option will not perform an action.
Maintenance
Includes costs not associated with constructing or replacing an asset. This option will not perform an action.
Other
Allows you to define your own options. This option allows you to select the action code.
Retirement
Includes costs for retiring an asset. This option will create a pending action record to retire an existing asset.
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