The public preview for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central 2026 release wave 2 (version 29.0) is now available. Business Central customers, partners, consultants, and developers can start testing the upcoming release and provide feedback before the production rollout.
This preview period is an important opportunity to explore the upcoming changes, validate existing solutions, test extensions, and report issues to Microsoft.
What is Business Central 2026 release wave 2?
Business Central 2026 release wave 2 is the next major update for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, identified as Business Central 29.0.
The public preview gives the Business Central community early access to preview environments so that upcoming functionality and changes can be evaluated before the release reaches production environments.
For Business Central professionals, the preview period is more than an opportunity to look at new features. It is also the right time to start preparing existing implementations, extensions, integrations, and development solutions for the upcoming version.
Who should test the Business Central 29.0 preview?
The preview is particularly relevant for:
- Business Central developers
- AL developers
- Business Central consultants
- Microsoft partners
- Solution architects
- Business Central administrators
- Customers running Business Central
- Teams maintaining Business Central extensions and integrations
Anyone responsible for Business Central customizations or implementations can benefit from testing against the upcoming version.
Why should you test Business Central 2026 release wave 2 early?
Early testing can help identify potential compatibility issues before the update reaches production.
For developers and partners, this can include validating:
- AL extensions
- Custom pages and reports
- Business Central APIs
- Integrations
- Custom workflows
- Automated processes
- Existing development solutions
- Changes that could affect business processes
Testing during the preview period also provides an opportunity to become familiar with new functionality before customers begin adopting the release.
How can you provide feedback for Business Central 29.0?
Microsoft is asking the Business Central community to participate by testing the preview, reporting bugs, and providing feedback.
The official resources for the release include:
Business Central major updates
Business Central preview bugs and feedback
Your feedback can help Microsoft identify issues and fine-tune the upcoming release before the broader rollout.
What should Business Central developers do now?
If you are a Business Central developer or partner, the preview is a good time to start preparing your development process.
A practical approach is:
- Get access to the preview environment.
- Review the Business Central 2026 release wave 2 documentation.
- Test your existing extensions.
- Validate important customizations and integrations.
- Look for changes that could affect your solutions.
- Report reproducible bugs through the appropriate Microsoft feedback channels.
- Document any required changes before the production upgrade.
Starting this process early gives development and implementation teams more time to respond to issues.
When should you start testing?
The answer is simple: as soon as the preview is available and you have an appropriate non-production environment for testing.
The preview should not replace your normal production-change process. Instead, it provides an opportunity to learn about the upcoming version and identify potential issues well before production adoption.
For partners managing multiple Business Central customers, early testing can also help establish a repeatable upgrade-readiness process.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Business Central 29.0?
Business Central 29.0 is the version associated with the 2026 release wave 2 update for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
Is the Business Central 2026 release wave 2 preview available?
Yes. The public preview for Business Central 2026 release wave 2 is available, allowing the Business Central community to begin testing the upcoming release.
Who should test the Business Central 29.0 preview?
Business Central developers, AL developers, consultants, partners, administrators, and customers with relevant non-production environments can use the preview to evaluate the upcoming update.
How can I report bugs in the Business Central preview?
Microsoft provides a dedicated resource for reporting Business Central preview bugs and providing feedback:
Where can I find information about Business Central major updates?
The Business Central major updates resource is available here:
Watch the Video
In this video, I discuss the availability of the Business Central 2026 release wave 2 preview and explain how the Business Central community can participate in testing and feedback.
Final Thoughts
The preview period is the right time to start looking ahead to Business Central 29.0. Testing early can help developers and partners identify compatibility issues, evaluate upcoming changes, and prepare their solutions before the production rollout.
If you work with Business Central, don't just wait for the release—use the preview period to start exploring, testing, and providing feedback.
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