NetSuite Tutorial |  How To Find NetSuite Internal ID Field Names?

NetSuite Training Summary

In this tutorial, Ron demonstrates how to locate the internal ID of a field in NetSuite, which is crucial for integrating with third-party systems like Kolleno. By clicking on a field name, the internal ID is revealed.

He then guides viewers on enabling the visibility of these internal IDs. This is done by navigating to the home menu, selecting ‘Set Preferences,’ and then activating the option to ‘Show Internal IDs.’ This setting is essential for those working with Web Services or SuiteScript, as it allows for the unique identification of objects within NetSuite by showing the internal logic used by the platform.

This simple yet vital process ensures that users can effectively integrate NetSuite with external applications by accurately referencing the necessary fields, enhancing their overall workflow and system interoperability.

How to find NetSuite internal ID field names

– Access the desired record in NetSuite, such as a customer.

– Identify the fields displayed on the record, like “number of employees” or “company name.”

– Each field has a corresponding internal ID used by NetSuite behind the scenes.

– Click on the desired field to reveal its internal ID. Note that internal IDs may differ, especially for custom fields.

– Internal IDs are crucial for integrations with third-party systems like Kolleno, ensuring accurate data synchronization.

– If internal IDs are not visible, navigate to preferences by clicking on the home icon.

– Enable the option to show internal IDs by checking the corresponding box.

– This preference is recommended for working with web services or SuiteScript code.

– By enabling this preference, you gain full visibility into how NetSuite syncs data in the background.