"Log Hours” on Tasks Without Granting Edit Rights

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Description
Currently in Workfront, logging hours on a task requires Contribute permission, which also grants the ability to edit certain task details (such as the task name). This creates a governance challenge for organizations that need accurate time tracking but also want to maintain strict control over task data.

Why is this feature important to you
Accurate time tracking is essential for reporting, resource planning, and performance analysis. However, allowing users to edit task details just to log hours introduces risks of unintentional or unauthorized changes. For organizations with strict process compliance, separating time entry from task editing is crucial to maintain data integrity and governance.

How would you like the feature to work
Introduce a standalone “Log Hours” permission that can be assigned independently of Contribute access. This permission should allow users with View rights on a task to enter time without being able to modify any other task attributes. It should be configurable both in access levels and in sharing settings to provide flexibility across different teams and roles.

Current Behaviour
Currently, users have Contribute access to log hours on a task. This access also allows them to edit key task details, which creates a risk of accidental or unauthorized changes. There is no way to enable time entry without also granting broader editing capabilities.