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Cannot Create Appointments? Required Fields Checklist

Troubleshoot appointment creation issues in Local Business Pro by checking required fields and settings.

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Quick Answer: If you can't create appointments, check that all required fields are filled: customer, date/time, and service. Also verify you have the necessary permissions to create calendar events.

Required Fields Checklist

  • Customer: Select existing or add new contact
  • Date: Select the appointment date
  • Time: Choose start time
  • Service/Offering: Select what the appointment is for
  • Duration: Usually auto-fills from offering
  • Assigned to: Team member (may be required)

Common Issues

  1. Missing customer: You must select or create a contact first
  2. No service selected: Choose an offering for the appointment
  3. Past date: Can't create appointments in the past
  4. Permission issue: Your account may not have scheduling permissions
  5. No offerings: Create offerings first if none exist

Step-by-Step Creation

  1. Click + or empty time slot
  2. Search and select the customer
  3. Choose the service from offerings
  4. Select date and time
  5. Assign a team member if required
  6. Add any notes
  7. Click Save

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: The save button is grayed out. Why?
A: Required fields are missing. Check for red highlights or asterisks indicating what's needed.

Q: Can I create an appointment without a service?
A: Most setups require a service. Create a generic 'Consultation' offering if needed.