This guide outlines a basic script for integrating with an external API to download bill files (images/PDFs) and attach them to the related transactions in NetSuite. The script can be adapted for various projects that involve downloading and processing files linked to transactions, such as receipts, invoices, or reimbursements. The script saves the downloaded files… Continue reading Extracting and Attaching Files from an External API to NetSuite Transactions
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Advantages of Storing Record and Field IDs Inside a Common Library for Integration Projects
In SuiteScript development, particularly when building integrations for NetSuite, managing custom records, custom fields, and other identifiers can become complex. One way to streamline and enhance the maintainability of your scripts is by storing the IDs of these records and fields in a static variable within a common library. This approach centralizes the management of… Continue reading Advantages of Storing Record and Field IDs Inside a Common Library for Integration Projects
Extracting Numbers for NetSuite CSV Import with Excel
This article explains a concise Excel formula to extract numeric values from text for NetSuite CSV imports, ensuring compatibility with numeric fields. Formula: =VALUE(MID(A3,MIN(FIND({0,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9},A3&”0123456789″)),FIND(” “,A3&” “,MIN(FIND({0,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9},A3&”0123456789″))+1)-MIN(FIND({0,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9},A3&”0123456789″)))) How It Works FIND({0,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9}, A3&”0123456789″): Locates positions of digits in cell A3, with appended digits to avoid errors. MIN(…): Identifies the first digit’s position. FIND(” “, A3&” “, …):… Continue reading Extracting Numbers for NetSuite CSV Import with Excel
Await, Without the Wait
await lets you pause inside an async function until a Promise settles, so async code reads like clear, top-to-bottom logic. It doesn’t block the thread; it yields to the event loop and resumes with the result (or throws on rejection). Advantages Clear, readable control flow (less callback/promise chaining) Centralized error handling with try/catch/finally Easier testing… Continue reading Await, Without the Wait
Updating Custom Fields with record.submitFields in NetSuite when the field id is stored to a variable.
NetSuite’s record.submitFields method efficiently updates specific fields on a record without loading it. To update the custom field custbody_jj_custfield on a sales order: const BODY_CUSTFIELD = ‘custbody_jj_custfield’; record.submitFields({ type: record.Type.SALES_ORDER, id: soId, values: { [BODY_CUST_FIELD]: true }, options: { enableSourcing: false, ignoreMandatoryFields: true } }); Why []? Use square brackets [BODY_CUST_FIELD] to dynamically reference the… Continue reading Updating Custom Fields with record.submitFields in NetSuite when the field id is stored to a variable.
Reasons Why Some Items Cannot Be Added in Creating a Transaction in NetSuite
Permissions and Roles: If a user does not have the necessary permissions to add certain items, they will be restricted from doing so. Ensuring that the user has the correct role and permissions can resolve this issue. Item Configuration: Inactive Items: Items that are marked as inactive in the system cannot be added to transactions.… Continue reading Reasons Why Some Items Cannot Be Added in Creating a Transaction in NetSuite
How to slove Image Issue on PDFs?
In the previous releases, there were URLs to images in the File Cabinet with different domain Extensions. Now it only supports the app.netsuite.com extension. The older support.netsuite.com will no longer be supported.
How to Check if Your NetSuite Environment is Production Using a Script
When working with NetSuite, it’s important to ensure that your scripts are running in the correct environment, especially when dealing with sensitive operations. Here’s a guide on how to check if your NetSuite environment is Production using a script. In the script, you can use the runtime module to determine the environment type. Here’s an… Continue reading How to Check if Your NetSuite Environment is Production Using a Script
Updating PDF Templates with New NetSuite URLs
If you have been using URLs with domains like shop.netsuite.com or secure.netsuite.com in your PDF templates and they have stopped working, it’s likely due to NetSuite’s transition to account-specific domains. This guide will help you update your PDF templates to use the new app.netsuite.com domain format. Step 1: Identify the Image Files Navigate to Documents… Continue reading Updating PDF Templates with New NetSuite URLs
Understanding Bearer Tokens
Bearer tokens are a widely used method for securing API access, particularly in modern web applications and services. They offer a simple yet effective way to authenticate and authorize users. Here’s an in-depth look at what bearer tokens are, how they work, and why they are essential for secure API communication. A bearer token is… Continue reading Understanding Bearer Tokens