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What happens to fiscal date functions in SOQL queries once custom fiscal years are enabled?
What happens to fiscal date functions in SOQL queries once custom fiscal years are enabled?
What is required annually when using custom fiscal years in Salesforce?
What is required annually when using custom fiscal years in Salesforce?
Which template allows a custom fiscal year to replicate the functionality of standard fiscal years?
Which template allows a custom fiscal year to replicate the functionality of standard fiscal years?
What is a key advantage of using the features around fiscal years in Salesforce?
What is a key advantage of using the features around fiscal years in Salesforce?
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How does the use of custom fiscal years affect forecasts from the first quarter of the first custom fiscal year?
How does the use of custom fiscal years affect forecasts from the first quarter of the first custom fiscal year?
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What can be set as defaults in the Organization Detail section of the Company Information page?
What can be set as defaults in the Organization Detail section of the Company Information page?
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What type of edition do Trailhead Playgrounds display on the Organization Edition field?
What type of edition do Trailhead Playgrounds display on the Organization Edition field?
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Which section of the Company Information page provides data about user, feature, and permission set licenses?
Which section of the Company Information page provides data about user, feature, and permission set licenses?
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How can users modify the default settings for locale, language, and time zone?
How can users modify the default settings for locale, language, and time zone?
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What information is displayed regarding storage on the Company Information page?
What information is displayed regarding storage on the Company Information page?
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What does the Usage-based Entitlements section detail?
What does the Usage-based Entitlements section detail?
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In which area of Salesforce can more detailed storage usage information be found?
In which area of Salesforce can more detailed storage usage information be found?
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What central function does the Company Information page serve for organizations?
What central function does the Company Information page serve for organizations?
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What is required to enable multiple currencies within a Salesforce org?
What is required to enable multiple currencies within a Salesforce org?
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What does the CurrencyIsoCode
standard field indicate in a Salesforce record?
What does the CurrencyIsoCode
standard field indicate in a Salesforce record?
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After enabling multiple currencies, which of the following actions cannot be performed?
After enabling multiple currencies, which of the following actions cannot be performed?
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What feature allows Salesforce users to see currency values in their personal currency alongside the default currency?
What feature allows Salesforce users to see currency values in their personal currency alongside the default currency?
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How can dated exchange rates be managed in Salesforce?
How can dated exchange rates be managed in Salesforce?
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What is the impact of configuring a new exchange rate that starts on August 3 and then another on August 8?
What is the impact of configuring a new exchange rate that starts on August 3 and then another on August 8?
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Which statement is true regarding fiscal years in Salesforce?
Which statement is true regarding fiscal years in Salesforce?
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What happens when a custom fiscal year is activated in Salesforce?
What happens when a custom fiscal year is activated in Salesforce?
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Which option is available for customizing fiscal years in Salesforce?
Which option is available for customizing fiscal years in Salesforce?
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Why is multiple currencies enabled for organizations that operate internationally?
Why is multiple currencies enabled for organizations that operate internationally?
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What is required for creating a new exchange rate in Salesforce?
What is required for creating a new exchange rate in Salesforce?
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Which of the following is NOT a step in enabling multiple currencies?
Which of the following is NOT a step in enabling multiple currencies?
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What does the 'Fiscal Year is Based On' radio button control?
What does the 'Fiscal Year is Based On' radio button control?
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Study Notes
Company Information Page
- Displays org details like licenses, edition, storage.
- Located at Setup > Company Settings > Company Information.
- Shows organization details (name, address).
- Sets defaults for locale, language, time zone (overridable by users).
- Displays org edition (e.g., Developer Edition).
- Shows used data/file space (separate allocations).
- Includes sections for user licenses, permission set licenses, feature licenses, and usage-based entitlements.
- Useful for checking license consumption, data storage, and currency settings.
Multiple Currencies
- Salesforce orgs default to a single currency.
- Multiple currencies allow displaying prices in various currencies.
- To enable, navigate to Setup > Company Settings > Company Information, edit, activate, and save.
- Cannot deactivate after enable.
- Each object has a CurrencyIsoCode field, controlling currency for currency fields.
- Manage currencies at Setup > Company Settings > Manage Currencies.
- Add new currencies by selecting "New".
- Set conversion rates and decimal places. Change default currency using "Change Corporate" button.
- Users can change their default currency in their settings.
- "Parenthetical Currency Conversion" (showing alternate currency next to default).
- Exchange rates do not update automatically; manual updates affect all conversions.
- Advanced Currency Management (fixes conversions for closed Opportunities).
- Dated exchange rates can be managed (via Classic UI currently).
- Create new exchange rates with a start date and rate.
Fiscal Years
- Fiscal years are accounting periods (e.g., tracking budgets).
- Salesforce has a standard fiscal year (January 1st).
- Customize at Setup > Company Settings > Fiscal Year.
- Change the fiscal year start month using "Fiscal Year Start Month."
- Select fiscal year base as "The starting month" or "The ending month".
- Enable custom fiscal years (cannot be deactivated).
- Create new custom fiscal years (custom quarter lengths, 13 periods).
- Enabling custom fiscal years impacts SOQL queries, forecasts, and requires annual setup.
- Using "Gregorian Calendar" template provides similar functionality.
- Important for accurate income/expense tracking, forecasts, etc. and for company financial health.
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Description
This quiz covers the key components of managing company information and multiple currencies within a Salesforce organization. Learn how to navigate to the Company Information page, set organization defaults, and manage currency settings effectively. Perfect for Salesforce administrators looking to improve their understanding of organizational settings.