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An app builder needs to change the data type of some custom fields.
Which two limitations should the app builder be aware of when changing the data type of a custom field?
Choose 2 answers
Suggested Answer: C
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To ensure sales reps input contacts into Salesforce rather than their personal devices:
C . Enable offline create, edit, and delete in Salesforce for Android and iOS. This feature allows sales reps to enter contact information directly into the Salesforce Mobile App even when they are offline, which syncs back to Salesforce once connectivity is restored.
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Navigate to Setup Mobile Administration Salesforce Mobile App Offline Settings.
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28 comments · newest first
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Frankie
11 months ago
I thought you could change more types than that, but guess not!
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Kelvin
11 months ago
Yup, Text Area to Text change is also restricted.
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My
12 months ago
Wait, you can't change External ID from number to text? That seems odd.
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Lynelle
12 months ago
Totally agree, and Apex references are a no-go too!
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Jacquelyne
1 year ago
You can't change formula fields, that's a solid fact.
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Billye
1 year ago
I vaguely recall something about Text Area fields; I think we can't change them to just Text, but I need to double-check that.
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Stefan
1 year ago
I practiced a question similar to this, and I think External IDs have strict rules about their data types, especially from number to text.
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Lindsey
1 year ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like if a field is referenced in Apex code, changing its type might cause issues.
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Ronald
1 year ago
I think one limitation is about formula fields; I remember we can't change their data type at all.
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Raina
1 year ago
I feel pretty confident about this. The key limitations are around formula fields, Apex-referenced fields, and External ID fields. I'll make sure to select those two answers.
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Barbra
1 year ago
I'm a bit unsure about the last option - something about not being able to change a Text Area (Long) field to Text. I'll need to double-check that one.
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Jess
1 year ago
Ah, I remember this from the training. We can't change the data type of a field used as an External ID from number to text. That's an important one to watch out for.
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Asha
1 year ago
Okay, let's see. I know we can't change the data type of a formula field, so that's one limitation. And I think there are also issues with fields referenced by Apex code.
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Reuben
1 year ago
Hmm, this seems like a tricky one. I'll need to think carefully about the limitations around changing data types for custom fields.
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Lawana
1 year ago
I heard that if you try to change the data type of a field used in a Salesforce Lightning component, the app builder will get a strongly worded email from the lightning gods themselves. Just a rumor, but I wouldn't risk it!
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Francine
1 year ago
B) It is not possible to change the data type of field referenced by Apex code.
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Karol
1 year ago
A) It is not possible to change the data type of a formula field to any data type.
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Troy
2 years ago
I'm with Gabriele on this one. Definitely gotta watch out for those Apex code and External ID field limitations. Changing data types can be tricky business!
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Rory
2 years ago
Haha, can you imagine trying to change a formula field to a different data type? That's gotta be like trying to change the laws of physics or something!
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Leana
1 year ago
B) It is not possible to change the data type of field referenced by Apex code.
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Leonard
1 year ago
A) It is not possible to change the data type of a formula field to any data type.
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James
2 years ago
I'm not sure about option D. Can someone explain why Text Area (Long) field cannot be changed to Text?
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Carli
2 years ago
Hmm, I'm not sure about D. I thought Text Area (Long) fields could be changed to regular Text fields. But I agree that B and C are the limitations to be aware of.
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Madonna
1 year ago
Yes, you're right. B and C are the limitations we need to be aware of when changing data types.
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Dulce
2 years ago
I think D is correct, Text Area (Long) fields cannot be changed to Text fields.
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Sarah
2 years ago
I agree with Renea. Option C also makes sense because changing External ID data type could cause data integrity issues.
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Renea
2 years ago
I think option A is correct because formula fields have specific data types.
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Gabriele
2 years ago
Interesting question! I think B and C are the correct answers. Changing the data type of a field referenced by Apex code or an External ID field would definitely be problematic.