FAQ: odoo_mobile_timesheet

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About Mobile Timesheet

What is odoo_mobile_timesheet?

odoo_mobile_timesheet is a Human Resources module that provides a mobile-friendly web portal for employees to enter and manage timesheets from any device.

Key facts:
- Technical name: odoo_mobile_timesheet
- Current version: 1.8
- Author: Probuse Consulting Service Pvt. Ltd.
- Price: EUR 109.00
- License: OPL-1 (Proprietary)

What does odoo_mobile_timesheet do?

odoo_mobile_timesheet provides 5 capabilities:

1. Mobile Portal - Responsive web interface for timesheet entry
2. Time Tracking - Start time, end time, and duration fields
3. Work Types - Categorize work for better reporting
4. Billing Flags - Mark entries as billable and/or paid
5. CRUD Operations - Create, read, update, delete timesheet entries

Who is odoo_mobile_timesheet for?

odoo_mobile_timesheet is designed for:
- Field workers tracking time on-site
- Consultants logging billable hours at client locations
- Remote employees without desktop access
- Any organization needing mobile time tracking

Installation & Setup

How do I install odoo_mobile_timesheet?

1. Purchase the module from Odoo Apps Store (EUR 109.00)
2. Upload to your Odoo addons folder
3. Navigate to Apps menu
4. Search for "Mobile Timesheet Odoo"
5. Click Install
6. Portal routes become available automatically

What are the dependencies for odoo_mobile_timesheet?

odoo_mobile_timesheet requires these Odoo modules:
- website - Odoo website framework
- hr_timesheet - Core timesheet functionality
- analytic - Analytic accounting
- portal - Customer portal
- project - Project management

Python libraries required:
- None additional

How do I configure work types?

After installation:
1. Go to Timesheets > Configuration > Work Types (or similar menu)
2. Add work type codes and names
3. Work types appear in the portal dropdown

Usage

How do I access the mobile timesheet portal?

To access the portal:
1. Log in to Odoo (as portal or internal user)
2. Go to My Account / Portal
3. Click on Timesheets or navigate to /my/employee/timesheets
4. The interface works on mobile browsers

How do I add a timesheet entry?

To add a timesheet entry:
1. Navigate to /my/add_timesheet or click Add Timesheet
2. Select project and task
3. Enter date, duration (HH:MM format), start/end time
4. Select work type if applicable
5. Check billable/paid as needed
6. Enter description
7. Click Save

What time format is expected?

Times must be entered as HH:MM (24-hour format):
- "08:30" = 8:30 AM
- "14:45" = 2:45 PM
- Duration "02:30" = 2 hours 30 minutes

Can I edit past timesheet entries?

Yes. Navigate to the timesheet list, click on an entry to edit:
1. Go to /my/employee/timesheets
2. Select a date to view entries
3. Click on the entry you want to edit
4. Modify fields
5. Save changes

Can I delete timesheet entries?

Yes. Each entry has a delete option:
1. View the timesheet entry
2. Click Delete
3. Entry is permanently removed

Troubleshooting

"Not Allowed" error when accessing portal

Symptom: You see a "Not Allowed" message

Cause: User doesn't have required group membership

Solution:
1. User needs one of: Portal user, Internal user, or Timesheet user group
2. Admin should check user's groups in Settings > Users
3. Add appropriate group membership

Time entry fails with parse error

Symptom: Error when saving timesheet

Cause: Time entered in wrong format

Solution:
1. Enter time as HH:MM (e.g., "08:30" not "8:30 AM")
2. Use 24-hour format
3. Duration must also be HH:MM format

Projects/Tasks not showing in dropdown

Symptom: Empty dropdown for project or task

Cause: Projects/tasks are marked as closed

Solution:
1. Module only shows projects where is_close = False
2. Module only shows tasks in stages where is_close = False
3. Reopen projects/tasks or check stage configuration

Timesheet entries not appearing in backend

Symptom: Entries created in portal don't show in Timesheets app

Cause: User ID mismatch or filtering

Solution:
1. Entries are created for the logged-in user
2. Check backend timesheet filters
3. Remove any default filters to see all entries

Comparisons

How does this compare to Odoo's native timesheet portal?

Why use this over the standard Odoo app?

Mobile Timesheet provides:
- More detailed time tracking (start/end times)
- Work type categorization
- Better mobile interface
- More control over entries

Integration

Does odoo_mobile_timesheet work with hr_timesheet?

Yes. Entries are stored in account.analytic.line which is the same model used by standard Odoo timesheets. Data flows to all timesheet reports.

Does it work with project billing?

Yes. The is_billable field can be used for billing workflows. Entries link to projects and tasks normally.

Can I use this with the Odoo mobile app?

This module provides a web portal, not a native app. It works in mobile browsers alongside or instead of the Odoo mobile app's timesheet features.

Data & Privacy

Where is my timesheet data stored?

Data is stored in the standard account_analytic_line table in your Odoo PostgreSQL database. Additional fields (start_time, end_time, work_type_id, is_billable, is_paid) are added to this table.

Can I export timesheet data?

Yes. Use standard Odoo export functionality:
1. Go to Timesheets in backend
2. Select entries
3. Action > Export

Pricing & Licensing

How much does odoo_mobile_timesheet cost?

EUR 109.00 (one-time purchase from Odoo Apps Store)

What license is this module?

OPL-1 (Odoo Proprietary License). This means:
- You may not redistribute the module
- You may modify for your own use
- Source code access is provided

Is there a free trial?

Check Probuse website for live test URL or demo options.

Support

Where can I get help with odoo_mobile_timesheet?

• Author: Probuse Consulting Service Pvt. Ltd.
• Website: www.probuse.com
• Support: [email protected]
• Live Demo: Check manifest for current test URL

How do I report a bug?

Contact Probuse support with:
- Odoo version
- Module version
- Steps to reproduce
- Screenshots if applicable

Known Issues

Version History

Last updated: 2025-01-26
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