Project Settings
Configure and manage project properties in YAPL.
Project Settings
Project settings allow you to modify project information, manage team assignments, and configure project-specific options after creation.
Accessing Project Settings
- Navigate to Projects in the sidebar
- Click on the project name
- Click Edit or the settings icon
- Or access settings from project detail tabs
Editable Properties
Basic Information
| Field | Description | Can Edit |
|---|---|---|
| Project Name | Display name | Yes |
| Description | Overview and goals | Yes |
| Project Code | Unique identifier | Yes (with caution) |
| Status | Current phase | Yes |
Project Name
- 3-255 characters
- Should be descriptive and recognizable
- Appears in navigation, lists, and reports
Description
- Up to 1,000 characters
- Supports plain text
- Useful for project context and goals
Project Code
- Unique within workspace
- Used for identification and references
- Changing may affect existing references
Changing project codes may affect external integrations or reports that reference the old code.
Status
See Project Lifecycle for detailed status information.
Timeline Settings
Dates
| Field | Description | Restrictions |
|---|---|---|
| Start Date | When work begins | Can be any date |
| End Date | Expected completion | Must be after start date |
Modifying Dates
- Open project settings
- Click on date fields
- Select new dates using date picker
- Save changes
Date Validation
- End date must be after start date (if both set)
- Past dates are allowed for historical projects
- Future dates allowed for planning
Budget Settings
Budget Fields
| Field | Description | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Budget Amount | Estimated cost | 0 - 999,999,999.99 |
| Currency | Budget currency | 3-letter ISO code |
Currency Options
- Defaults to workspace currency
- Can be changed per project
- Common codes: USD, EUR, TRY, GBP
Budget Considerations
- Budget is optional
- Used for tracking and reporting
- Does not enforce spending limits
- Professional tier enables cost tracking features
Client & Location
Client Information
| Field | Description | Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Client Name | Project client | 255 characters |
Location Information
| Field | Description | Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Location Address | Site address | 500 characters |
Updating Client/Location
- Open project settings
- Navigate to client/location section
- Update fields
- Save changes
Team Assignments
Viewing Assignments
Current team assignments appear in:
- Project settings
- Project overview
- Team tab on project detail
Modifying Assignments
- Open project settings
- Find team assignment section
- Add or remove teams
- Save changes
Assignment Rules
| Rule | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum teams | 1 (for non-owners) |
| Maximum teams | 10 |
| Immediate effect | Yes |
See Team Assignments for more details.
Project Visibility
Who Can See Project
| Role | Visibility |
|---|---|
| Workspace Owners | Always visible |
| Assigned Team Leads | Visible |
| Assigned Team Members | Visible |
| Assigned Team Viewers | Visible |
| Non-assigned Members | Not visible |
Changing Visibility
Modify visibility by:
- Adding teams (increases visibility)
- Removing teams (decreases visibility)
- Status changes (archived projects may be filtered)
Settings Permissions
Who Can Edit Settings
| Role | Can Edit |
|---|---|
| Workspace Owners | Yes |
| Team Leads (assigned) | Yes |
| Team Members (assigned) | Limited |
| Team Viewers (assigned) | No |
Limited Editing
Team Members may be able to:
- Update certain fields
- Cannot change team assignments
- Cannot archive/delete
Saving Changes
How to Save
- Make desired changes
- Click Save Changes button
- Wait for confirmation
- Changes apply immediately
Validation
Before saving, the system validates:
- Required fields present
- Date constraints met
- Code uniqueness
- Field lengths
Save Failures
If save fails:
- Check error messages
- Verify field requirements
- Ensure unique project code
- Try refreshing and re-entering
Bulk Operations
Currently, project settings are edited individually. For multiple projects:
- Open each project separately
- Make changes
- Save each individually
Settings History
Project changes are tracked:
- Who made changes
- When changes occurred
- What was changed
View history in project activity log.
Troubleshooting
Cannot Save Changes
"Project code already exists"
- Use a unique code
- Check for similar projects
"End date must be after start date"
- Adjust dates appropriately
- Clear one date if not needed
"You don't have permission"
- Verify your team role
- Contact team lead for access
Changes Not Appearing
- Refresh the page
- Clear browser cache
- Verify changes were saved
Missing Edit Options
- Check your team role
- Verify project isn't archived
- Contact workspace owner
Related Topics
- Creating Projects - Project creation
- Project Lifecycle - Status management
- Team Assignments - Access control
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