How are the records in the "Validation Script" TBL used?

bonsai
Mega Sage

I don't think there is an explanation of the "Validation Script[sys_script_validator]" TBL in the product documentation.

It seems to be a record server specification created in this table, but how is this TBL used?

I think there are some things that are used like checking values ​​when creating records, but I would like to know what records are loaded as triggers.

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Bert_c1
Kilo Patron

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In ServiceNow, records in the "Validation Script" table are used to define custom validation rules for specific data types and fields, ensuring data integrity and consistency across the platform. 
Here's a more detailed explanation:
Purpose:
Validation scripts allow you to define custom validation logic for specific data types (like date, text, etc.) and fields, ensuring that users only enter valid data. 
How it works:
You create a record in the "Validation Script" table, specifying the data type, field type, and the validation script (JavaScript code) that will be executed. 
When a user enters data in a field that matches the defined data type and field type, the validation script is executed. 
The script can perform checks, such as verifying the format, range, or value of the data. 
If the data fails the validation, an error message is displayed to the user, preventing them from saving the record with invalid data. 
Example:
You might create a validation script to ensure that a date field only accepts dates in a specific format (e.g., MM/DD/YYYY) or that a number field only accepts values within a specific range. 
Impact:
Validation scripts can be used globally for a specific data type, or can be applied to specific tables and fields, providing flexibility in controlling data quality. 
Alternative to Data Policies:
While Data Policies can also be used for data validation, validation scripts offer a more granular approach for complex validation logic.