Data Manipulation in NetSuite with SuiteScript

Data Manipulation in NetSuite with SuiteScript

Core Data Manipulation Functions:

• CRUD Operations: SuiteScript empowers you to perform the fundamental CRUD (Create, Read, Update, Delete) operations on various NetSuite records. Let’s explore some key functions for each:
• Create: The record.create() function allows you to create new records in NetSuite. You can specify the record type (e.g., customer, sales order) and set field values for the new record.
• Read: The record.load() function retrieves existing records from NetSuite. You can use the record ID or search criteria to locate the desired record and access its field values.
• Update: The record.save() function updates existing records in NetSuite. You can modify specific fields of a loaded record and then use save() to persist the changes.
• Delete: The record.delete() function permanently removes records from NetSuite. Utilize this function with caution, as deleted data cannot be easily recovered.

Beyond the Basics:

• Field-Level Operations: SuiteScript functions provide granular control over individual fields within records. Functions like record.getFieldValue() allow you to retrieve specific field values, while record.setFieldValue() enables updating those values.
• Searching and Filtering: For efficient data retrieval, SuiteScript offers functions like record.loadSearch() and search.createColumn() to define search criteria and filter results based on specific field values.
• Relationships and Lookups: NetSuite data often involves relationships between records. SuiteScript functions like record.getSublistValue() help you access and manipulate data within sublists representing these relationships.