What type of validation occurs at certain points in a transaction?

The concept of contextual validations refers to the process of verifying data based on the context in which it is being used. In the realm of transactions within Guidewire PolicyCenter, contextual validations are triggered during specific moments in the transaction lifecycle. This means they assess the appropriateness and accuracy of the data based on the current state or situation of the transaction, ensuring that the information complies with business rules as the user interacts with the system.

For instance, when a user enters information, contextual validations can check whether the data is consistent with existing data, regulatory requirements, or business policies at that particular stage of the transaction. This type of validation is essential because it helps maintain data integrity and supports decision-making based on the current conditions and parameters of the transaction.

In contrast, other types of validations may not have the same context-based focus, such as field validations, which check individual data entry fields for format or range, or save validations, which may occur when data is being saved but do not necessarily take into account the entire transaction context. Pre-transaction validations are more general checks that might occur before a transaction begins but do not specifically align with the ongoing context during a transaction, which is the strength of contextual validations.