Create security groups using the VA Security Groups form.
Security groups provide a way of administering
permissions over a group of users rather than setting requirements by individual
user.
Note: It is recommended that the system
administrator
create a security group named
Standard Viewpoint
Forms that has access to
VP
forms. Forms not assigned to a specific form or module (for example:
Batch Selection, Field Properties, etc.) are VP forms. You should associate all
users with this group in all companies.
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Open the VA Security Groups form.
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Enter a unique number
for the group in the Security Group field. Press
F4 to view a list of existing security groups.
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Enter the group’s name
in the Name field.
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Select a group type from
the Group Type drop-down field.
Note: Available group types include Data,
Program, Reports, and Attachment Type. The selected group type determines
the type of security that you will use for the group. If users need a larger
range of access, add them to multiple groups.
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Enter an optional
description for the group in the Description field.
- Assign users to the group. See About Adding Users to Security Groups
- Save the record as normal.
Before deleting a security group, you must remove
all users from the group. If any users exist for the group, the system does
not allow deletion. To delete a group, select the Delete button or select
.
