Naming Standards & Validation Rules

A Classification defines categories for labeling and organizing data based on sensitivity, usage, or governance requirements.

Validation Rules

Property
Value

Blank Allowed

Yes

Maximum Length

Not explicitly specified

Allowed Characters

Alphabets (A–Z, a–z), Numbers (0–9), Spaces, and all characters except disallowed ones

Disallowed Characters

Comma (,) and configured concatenation delimiter

Validation Notes

Validation applies only when a value is provided. If the value is null, the system skips validation.

Valid Examples

  • Sensitive Data

  • Public Classification

  • Internal Use Only

  • Confidential2024

Invalid Examples

  • Data,Classification → Contains comma

  • Class|Type → Contains configured delimiter

System Behavior

  • Prevents saving the Classification if validation fails

  • Displays a validation error message

  • Skips validation when the value is null

Best Practices

  • Use clear and meaningful classification levels

  • Maintain consistent naming conventions across the organization

  • Avoid commas and configured delimiters

  • Use standardized governance terminology


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