Author: Rahul Krishna K R

RESTlet vs SuiteTalk (SOAP) : Pros, Cons and Use Cases

NetSuite offers two primary APIs for external system integration : RESTlet and SuiteTalk (SOAP). RESTlet is a RESTful API built using SuiteScript, ideal for lightweight and custom integrations. SuiteTalk is a SOAP-based web service that provides standardized access to NetSuite records, suitable for enterprise-grade and legacy system integrations. Understanding their strengths and limitations helps in… Continue reading RESTlet vs SuiteTalk (SOAP) : Pros, Cons and Use Cases

Custom Checkout Flows in SuiteCommerce Advanced : Best Practices

The checkout experience can make or break your eCommerce performance. In SuiteCommerce Advanced (SCA), customizing the checkout flow allows businesses to better serve their unique customers – whether B2B or B2C. But customizations must be handled with care to avoid performance, compatibility, or maintenance issues. Here are a few best practices to follow when customizing… Continue reading Custom Checkout Flows in SuiteCommerce Advanced : Best Practices

Blocked by ‘ Invalid webapp id :”configurationManifest.json” ‘ – Here’s the Fix

Have you ever come across such a blocker while trying to access the Configuration page in SuiteCommerce? If yes, you’re not alone. This error-“Invalid webapp id : ‘configurationManifest.json’” – typically occurs when NetSuite fails to resolve the correct domain mapping for your SuiteCommerce site. But Don’t worry, the solution may be simpler than expected. One… Continue reading Blocked by ‘ Invalid webapp id :”configurationManifest.json” ‘ – Here’s the Fix

Using NetSuite’s Audit Trail for Compliance and Monitoring

Maintaining accurate records and tracking changes is crucial for any organization to ensure compliance, data integrity and accountability. NetSuite’s Audit Trail provides a comprehensive way to monitor all modifications made to important records, helping businesses meet regulatory requirements and easily identify who made changes and when. This note outlines the key features, how to access… Continue reading Using NetSuite’s Audit Trail for Compliance and Monitoring

When to Use Workflow Action Scripts vs. Standard Actions

In NetSuite, SuiteFlow provides a graphical workflow engine that allows business users and administrators to automate record-based processes without needing to write code. It includes a range of standard workflow actions, such as setting field values, sending emails and moving records through states. These are ideal for simple logic where the criteria and outcomes are… Continue reading When to Use Workflow Action Scripts vs. Standard Actions

Automating Prepaid Expenses with Amortization Schedules in NetSuite

Most users handle expenses and revenue manually in NetSuite, but Amortization Schedules can automatically spread costs or income over time—reducing errors and saving time during monthly close. What Are Amortization Schedules? Amortization Schedules in NetSuite allow you to distribute an expense or revenue amount across multiple accounting periods. It’s ideal for handling things like: Prepaid… Continue reading Automating Prepaid Expenses with Amortization Schedules in NetSuite

Using Custom Segments with SDF in NetSuite

Overview While many NetSuite developers use SDF for deploying scripts, workflows, and records, Custom Segments are often overlooked. Custom Segments extend the standard classification structure in NetSuite—beyond departments, classes, and locations—and SDF supports their full lifecycle: definition, deployment, and updates. What are Custom Segments? Custom Segments are user-defined classification fields that act like native dimensions.… Continue reading Using Custom Segments with SDF in NetSuite

NetSuite’s RESTlet Governance and Throttling Limits

While developers often focus on building RESTlet-based integrations for NetSuite due to their flexibility and ease of use, many overlook a critical yet less-discussed topic: governance and throttling limits. These limits can significantly affect the stability and performance of your integration if not handled properly. What Are RESTlets? RESTlets are custom scripts deployed on the… Continue reading NetSuite’s RESTlet Governance and Throttling Limits