Previous Classification field
The Previous Classification field records any classifications this item has previously had.
Example
A natural history specimen may initially be given a classification, but after further research it may be reclassified.
How this table works
To learn how to move a classification from the Current Classification table to the Previous Classifications table, see Classification field.
Field details
Field type
Internal field name
PREV_CLASSIFICATION
Location
Object > Classification History window
Searching on this field
Select Previous Classification in Advanced Search or use a Select Statement.
Reporting on this field
This is how to select this field in Reporting.
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Field (Across the page) reports: Select Previous Classification.
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Group (Down the page) reports: Expand Classification History then select Classification.
You can sort on this field. Select Previous Classification.
Tip: You can change a previous classification back to a current classification.
1. Open Object - Classification History window for the record being reclassified.
2. In the Previous Classifications table, select the Classification row that you want to move back to the Current Classification table.
3. Click Move Selected Back to Current.
4. In the Current Classifications table, enter any notes about the change.
5. Click Save.
