What needs to be done to make a new custom metric available on the Account product period forecast component?

To make a new custom metric available on the Account Product period forecast component, it is essential to create a custom field specifically on the Account Product period forecast and map it in the settings. This custom field enables the capture of relevant data that can be utilized for forecasting purposes at the product level tied to individual accounts.

The mapping in the settings ensures that the system recognizes this new metric and incorporates it into the forecasting calculations or visualizations related to the Account Product period forecast component. This linkage is crucial because the Account Product period forecast component is designed to operate with metrics that pertain specifically to the products associated with each account within a defined period.

By focusing on the Account Product period forecast, you ensure that the metric aligns accurately with the data structure and reporting mechanisms specific to that component, thus enabling insightful forecasting insights that are tailored to both the product and account relationship.