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Causes of Custom Attribute Malfunction in Zendesk

Understand why custom attributes may malfunction in Zendesk Explore and how unique field names can prevent this.

What causes custom attributes to malfunction in Zendesk Explore?

Custom attributes in Zendesk Explore may malfunction if there are multiple ticket fields with the same name. The system relies on field names rather than IDs, which can cause unexpected behavior if names are duplicated.

To prevent this, make sure each ticket field has a unique name. Renaming the field completely can help the formula builder work correctly and return the expected results.


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How can I fix issues with custom attributes in Zendesk Explore?

To fix issues with custom attributes in Zendesk Explore, ensure that your ticket fields have unique names. The system uses field names, not IDs, which can lead to problems if there are duplicates. If you encounter issues, try renaming the ticket…

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