Field Custom Validation Exception
FIELD_CUSTOM_VALIDATION_EXCEPTION
This error occurs when a custom validation rule prevents a record from being saved. The validation rule evaluates to true, blocking the operation.
Common Causes
- •A validation rule formula evaluates to true
- •Required field conditions are not met
- •Business logic validation fails
- •Cross-field validation rules fail
Traditional Troubleshooting
1
Review the validation rule in Setup > Object Manager
2
Check the error message for specific field requirements
3
Verify all required fields are populated
4
Test the validation rule formula in the rule editor
5
Check field-level security and sharing settings
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I was trying to save an Opportunity record, but it threw a ‘FIELD_CUSTOM_VALIDATION_EXCEPTION’ error. Can you find which validation rule caused it and explain what condition failed?