Time Log Types

Form ID: (EP209000)

You use this form to add, view, edit, and delete time log types that employees can use to track their working time. You select a time log type when you use the timer on the Project Tasks (PM302000) form.

You cannot delete a type if either condition is met (or both are met):

  • The type is specified in the Default Time Log Type box on the Time and Expenses Preferences (EP101000) form.
  • At least one time log has been created for this type.
Important: The form is available if the Clock In and Clock Out feature is enabled on the Enable/Disable Features (CS100000) form.

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Table

In this table, you can view the existing time log types and add new types, if needed.

Table 1. Table Columns
Column Description
Type

The unique code for the time log type, which can be up to 15 alphanumeric characters. The following options are predefined for common types of time:

  • Work: For work time
  • Break: For break time
  • Travel: For travel time
Description

A brief description of time type.
Earning Type The earning type code, which determines how labor costs are calculated for time of this type. You can select any earning type defined on the Earning Types (EP102000) form.
Important: By default, the earning type is not specified for predefined types of time. If you want the logged time to be recorded as a project cost, you must specify an earning type; otherwise, the system cannot create time activities. For internal time tracking, you can leave this column blank.