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  • Aug 14, 2025 6:17 PM UTC
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tinak
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I have a scheduled workflow that checks if it is the “hold until date” (custom date field), and if it is, moves the ticket from hold or pending to open for review. As part of the workflow action, I would like to also reset the “hold until date” to a blank value.

 

Is there a way to do this from the workflow action, or do I need to use a webhook? One thought I had was to use an expression node to produce a null date, then set the date field to the output of that expression, but I couldn’t get a formula to pass validation.

Best answer by noyoyo

Yes, you can do this directly in the workflow. Use a "Set custom field value" action for your hold_until_date field and leave the "Value" field completely blank. This will reset it to null. No webhook or expression node is needed.

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tinak
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  • Aug 14, 2025 6:21 PM UTC

Moderator, please close or delete - this a question about FreshService, not FreshDesk.


mnhjkjk
  • Nov 23, 2025 4:35 PM UTC

Clearing a field in a workflow is a helpful step to ensure data accuracy and prevent errors in subsequent processes. It keeps the workflow clean and organized. Becas Benito Juárez


leedsd204
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  • Jan 5, 2026 5:47 AM UTC

Good question and a common workflow challenge. Clearing or resetting date fields usually needs a workaround, like expressions or webhooks, depending on platform limits. It shows why validating logic and data handling is important in any system. For basic public data verification in Chile, Rutificador Chile can be useful:  


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  • Jan 23, 2026 3:44 PM UTC

Yes, you can do this directly in the workflow. Use a "Set custom field value" action for your hold_until_date field and leave the "Value" field completely blank. This will reset it to null. No webhook or expression node is needed.