Make a checkbox editable (can be checked by) only a single group of people.

[omsa1]

Hi there,

I have a requirement where only single group of people should able to check the checkbox and should read only to others. How can i do this?

[Pradeep Sharma]

Hello Sarasaamani,

If the data is not dynamically changing on the form, that is, the read-only or edit attribute does not change after the form is loaded, ACLs are recommended. ACLs are evaluated and enforced entirely on the server, making them much more secure than UI policies and client scripts.

You can put the logic(i.e allow only one user and restrict for others) with help of script by creating an ACL on the field level. Please let me know if you have any question.

Reference:

Security Best Practices - ServiceNow Wiki

http://wiki.servicenow.com/index.php?title=Using_Access_Control_Rules

[omsa1]

Hi Pradeep,

I've added ACL as below but the field showing read only also for the users in PIR group. Is it because of the field set to read only?

[Pradeep Sharma]

Hello Sarasaamani,

Replace your script with below line.

answer = gs.getUser().isMemberOf( ­'PASS GROUP NAME HERE');

To get an access to the user all conditions has to be met.

[omsa1]

Hi Pradeep,

Thank you so much for your help. i removed the script and added role. Its working now.

Sara