What Are Saved Searches?
Saved Searches are NetSuite’s built-in reporting tool that allows users to create, filter, and export data without writing code. They can be accessed via the UI, SuiteScript, and REST API.
Advantages of Saved Searches
✅ User-Friendly – No coding required; accessible via UI.
✅ Built-in Features – Offers aggregation (SUM, COUNT), filters, formulas, and highlighting.
✅ Accessible via SuiteScript – Can be executed via search.create() and search.load().
✅ Supports Scheduled Reports – Can be scheduled for automatic exports.
✅ Can be Used in Workflows & Dashboards – Helps in automating processes.
Limitations of Saved Searches
❌ Limited Query Complexity – Cannot handle complex joins like SQL.
❌ Performance Issues – Large saved searches can be slow.
❌ No Direct Query Control – Relies on NetSuite’s UI structure.
What is SuiteQL?
SuiteQL is NetSuite’s SQL-like query language that allows direct querying of the NetSuite database, similar to standard SQL queries.
Advantages of SuiteQL
✅ Powerful Querying – Supports complex joins, filtering, and aggregations.
✅ Faster for Large Datasets – Optimized for bulk data retrieval.
✅ More Flexible – Allows precise control over data selection.
✅ Supports External Integrations – Can be used in REST APIs and SuiteTalk.
Limitations of SuiteQL
❌ Requires SQL Knowledge – Not user-friendly for non-technical users.
❌ No UI Support – Cannot be used in NetSuite dashboards or workflows.
❌ Limited Permissions Handling – May require additional role permissions.