C_TFG51_2405 SAP Certified Associate - Administrator - SAP Fieldglass Contingent Workforce Management Questions and Answers

SAP Fieldglass allows organizations to manage their contingent workforce effectively. When it comes to creating buyer users, there are specific methods supported by the system:

Access the User List:Navigate toAdmin > User Accounts > User Listin the SAP Fieldglass buyer module. This is where all current user accounts are displayed.

Create a New User:

Click on the "Create" button to start a new user creation process.

Enter the required user details such asUsername, Email Address, Roles, and Permissions.

Assign specific buyer groups, ensuring the user has access to the correct modules and functions.

Save the User Account:Once all required fields are filled, click "Save" to create the new user. The system may send an email notification to the user with their login details.

References:SAP Fieldglass Help Portal (User Management) - Help Documentation on Buyer Users

Job Posting Template Overview:

AJob Posting Templateprovides a standardized framework for creating job postings for contingent workers.

It predefines the fields, rules, and configurations available for creating contingent requests, ensuring consistency across job postings.

Purpose:

Facilitates efficient creation of job postings by removing the need to input repetitive information manually.

Ensures compliance with organizational hiring policies and requirements.

References:SAP Fieldglass Job Posting Guide – Job Posting Template Configuration

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Accounting Section in Job Posting Template:

This section manages financial settings and ensures compliance with the organization's billing and payment policies.

Key Information Included:

B. Invoice Configuration and Billing Schedules:Specifies how invoices are structured, timing of billing, and other invoice-related details.

D. Defined Rates:Includes pre-configured rates for standard, overtime, and double-time pay, ensuring accurate worker payment calculations.

Non-Applicable Options:

A. Worker Pay Types & Time and Expense Sheet Settings:These belong to Worker configuration or Time Sheet setup.

C. Association of Worker Assets and Materials:This is managed in a separate section dealing with worker assignments.

References:SAP Fieldglass – Job Posting Templates Configuration

Setting Program Office Contact Details

TheEmail Message Templateallows administrators to include Program Office contact details in the footer of all automated emails sent by SAP Fieldglass.

This ensures consistent communication and provides recipients with a direct point of contact.

Excluded Options

B. Program Office User's Account: User account settings do not control footer content in messages.

C. Home Page Announcement: This is for displaying messages on the platform's homepage, not in emails.

D. Message Center: Used for in-platform messaging, not email communication.

Reference

SAP Fieldglass documentation: "Customizing Email Message Templates."

Steps in Building a Full Rate Structure

After creating individual Rates, the next step is to group them intoRate Groupsto facilitate their application across workflows and Time Sheets.

Rate Groups ensure logical organization and alignment with job postings or contingent engagements.

Excluded Options

A. Create Rate Grid: This follows the creation of Rate Groups.

C. Create Worker Pay Type: Pay Types are part of earlier configuration stages.

D. Create Rate Category: Categories are predefined and precede rate creation.

Reference

SAP Fieldglass documentation: "Rate Structures – Best Practices for Configuration."

System Broadcast Functionality Overview:

System Broadcasts in SAP Fieldglass are notifications that administrators can configure to communicate with users.

These messages can be targeted to specific user groups or the entire organization.

Key Features:

A. Targeted Notifications:Administrators can target broadcasts to specific user groups based on roles or other criteria.

B. Multiple Delivery Options:Notifications can be configured to appear on the user's home page and sent via email.

D. Retractable Broadcasts:Administrators can retract messages if needed, removing them from recipients' views.

Non-Applicable Options:

C. Needs Manual Removal:System Broadcasts automatically expire after the set duration.

E. Only Overnight Sending:Broadcasts can be sent immediately, not limited to overnight schedules.

References:SAP Fieldglass Communication Guide – System Broadcast Configuration

Consolidated Report Overview:

A Consolidated Report allows users to combine multiple individual reports into a single file for ease of review and analysis.

This functionality is commonly used for related reports that share overlapping data.

Maximum Reports:

The system permits a maximum of6 individual reportsto be included in a Consolidated Report.

This ensures efficient processing and prevents system performance issues.

References:SAP Fieldglass Reporting – Consolidated Reports

Task Codes Overview:

Task Codesare used to define specific tasks or activities for which a worker can record time.

These are critical for timesheet submissions as they provide context for the hours worked.

Importance:

Without at least one Task Code, a worker cannot associate their time entries to a specific task, which prevents them from submitting time for approval.

Task Codes also ensure accurate billing and payment processes.

Configuration:

Administrators assign Task Codes during the worker's onboarding process in theWorker Profile > Task Assignmentssection.

References:SAP Fieldglass Timesheet Management – Task Code Configuration

Purpose of the Asset Type Object

TheAsset Typeobject in the Admin menu enables administrators to manage and categorize company-issued property (e.g., laptops, badges, phones).

It ensures tracking and accountability for assets assigned to contingent workers.

Excluded Options

A. Job question Checklist: Pertains to evaluating candidates, not asset management.

B. Qualification: Relates to skill requirements and not tracking company assets.

C. Pick List: Used to define dropdown options, not specifically for managing distributed assets.

Reference

Refer to SAP Fieldglass user guides: "Admin Menu and Asset Management."

Worker Registration Methods

B. Auto-registration: Certain SAP Fieldglass configurations allow for the automatic registration of workers.

C. Supplier registration: Suppliers often register workers on behalf of their organization, ensuring all necessary details are entered correctly.

E. System-generated email: Workers receive an email with a registration link, guiding them through the onboarding process.

Excluded Options

A. Worker contacting SAP Fieldglass Help Desk: This is not a standard registration method.

D. Worker registers in the SAP Fieldglass Storefront: This feature is not used for worker registration in Fieldglass.

Reference

Consult SAP Fieldglass documentation: "Worker Registration Processes and Onboarding."

Alerts and Escalations Overview:

These configurations are part ofThresholds, which monitor and manage predefined limits or conditions in the system.

Examples of Thresholds:

Alerts notify users when certain limits are reached (e.g., budget limits or tenure thresholds).

Escalations trigger follow-up actions or notifications if thresholds are exceeded without resolution.

Non-Applicable Options:

B. Home Page Announcements:These are static messages displayed on the home page, not tied to conditions.

C. Distribution List:Used for defining recipient groups, not for alerts or escalations.

D. Contextual Help:Provides guidance within the system, unrelated to alerts or thresholds.

References:SAP Fieldglass Threshold Configuration – Alerts and Escalations

Actions from ‘View All Work Items’

B. Take action on behalf of another User: Users with the appropriate permissions can manage approvals or workflows for other users.

D. See all active Work Items within the company for all Users: This provides visibility into all pending Work Items, ensuring workflow continuity.

Excluded Options

A. See all notifications sent to a specific User: Notifications are part of communication tools, not Work Item management.

C. Send new Work Items to Users: Work Items are generated through workflows, not directly assigned from this view.

Reference

SAP Fieldglass documentation: "Admin Menu – Work Item Management."

Invoice Adjustment Group Overview:

In SAP Fieldglass, anInvoice Adjustment Groupensures that invoices include the appropriate tax and location information based on predefined rules.

These groups are configured to manage taxation and location-specific adjustments automatically during the invoice generation process.

Purpose:

Simplifies invoice compliance by ensuring taxes and other adjustments align with local and organizational requirements.

Configuration:

Administrators configure adjustment groups underAdmin > Invoicing > Invoice Adjustment Groupsto reflect taxation policies and locations.

References:SAP Fieldglass Invoicing Guide – Invoice Adjustment Configuration

Automatic Allocation of Overtime in Time Sheets:

ARate Scheduledefines how different types of rates (e.g., standard, overtime, double-time) are applied based on working hours.

By setting thresholds (e.g., 40 hours/week), the system automatically applies the overtime rate to any excess hours.

Configuration Steps:

Navigate toAdmin > Rate Management > Rate Schedules.

Define standard and overtime rates, and configure thresholds for when overtime applies.

References:SAP Fieldglass Time Sheet and Rate Management – Overtime Configuration

Assessment Tools in SAP Fieldglass

Qualificationis used to evaluate job seekers based on the skills and competencies specified in a job posting.

Buyers define qualifications, which are then matched against candidates to ensure they meet job requirements.

Excluded Options

A. Advisor: Not a feature for assessing candidates in this context.

C. Job question Checklist: This is a separate tool for interview preparation, not direct assessment.

D. Wizard: Refers to guided workflows, not skill assessment.

Reference

Consult the "Job Posting and Candidate Matching" section in SAP Fieldglass guides.