Saurav Dhyani - #MSDynNAV & #MSDyn365bc

 Hi, Introduction Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central operates on a powerful cloud-based infrastructure designed to deliver seamless ERP functionalities. But how does Business Central Cloud actually work behind the scenes? Understanding key elements like Tenant ID, Environments, Environmental Quotas, and Extending the Default Tenant is crucial for IT admins, developers, and businesses looking to maximize their Business Central Cloud experience. In this blog, we’ll break down Business Central Cloud Infrastructure, discuss its components, and explain how businesses can extend and optimize their usage.

Hi, With the release of Dynamics 365 Business Central 2025 Wave 1 (BC26), developers have something exciting to celebrate—Microsoft has introduced the SetAutoCalcFields method for the RecordRef data type! This enhancement addresses a long-standing limitation in AL development. Until now, RecordRef did not support SetAutoCalcFields , forcing developers to manually call CalcFields on every record, especially inside loops. This not only increased code verbosity but also impacted performance.

Hi, Microsoft has officially released Business Central 2025 Release Wave 1, and it’s one of the most impactful updates in recent history. In this blog, I’ll cover: How to Set Up Business Central Cloud with the latest version (v26 preview and general availability) Why Microsoft has removed a large set of fields and tables – what it means for your extensions The implications of Version 25 as a break version and how your future upgrades will be different Upgrade Strategy Best Practices moving forward

Hi Readers, Introduction Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central 2025 introduces a highly useful feature that allows administrators to define the allowed languages per environment . This helps users avoid confusion by ensuring they only see languages that are actually available in their Business Central environment. Why This Feature Matters Before this update, Business Central users had to scroll through a long list of all supported languages, even if many of them were not relevant to their specific environment. This often led to mistakes, wasted time, and user frustration. Now, admins can control the language selection , making the UI more intuitive and efficient.

 Hi Readers, Introduction Microsoft continues to improve the AL development experience in Business Central 2025 Release Wave 1 , making it easier for developers to write efficient and cleaner code. One of the latest enhancements is the new overload for the IncStr method , allowing developers to increase or decrease numbers within string variables by more than 1 in a single call. This feature eliminates the need for custom loops or additional logic , ultimately making AL development more streamlined and productive. In this blog, we'll explore why this update matters, how it works, and how you can use it to simplify your Business Central customizations.

Hi Readers, Introduction Microsoft is making Business Central more user-friendly with Business Central 2025 Release Wave 1 . A standout feature in this update is the ability to preview PDF attachments directly in the web client . This means no more unnecessary downloads , saving time, improving productivity, and making workflows smoother.

Hi, Introduction Entering data in Business Central can be a tedious and error-prone process. But with Microsoft Copilot’s new Autofill feature , data entry is now smarter, faster, and more accurate ! This AI-powered enhancement suggests values for editable fields, reducing manual input and improving efficiency.

Hi, Introduction One of the most highly requested features in Business Central is finally here! Microsoft has introduced the ability to extend CardPageId on List and ListPart pages in Business Central 2025 . This enhancement allows developers to modify which Card Page is displayed when a user interacts with list-based pages, enabling greater customization and flexibility. In this blog, we will explore the business value , feature details, benefits, and implementation of this new functionality.

Hi, Introduction Microsoft has introduced a new ToText method in Business Central 2025, making it easier to convert simple type values to text. This update simplifies data conversion, reducing the need for complex formatting functions like FORMAT in scenarios where basic type conversion is sufficient. In this blog, we will explore the ToText method, supported data types, benefits, and use cases in Business Central AL development.

Hi Readers,  Microsoft has just made AL loops easier to write! 🎉 With Business Central 2025 Release Wave 1 , AL now supports the continue keyword, making it simpler to control loop iterations and improve code readability. 🔹 Why Is This a Big Deal? Previously, AL only supported the break keyword, which completely stopped the loop . Now, continue lets you skip the current iteration and move directly to the next one—just like in C#, Java, and Python !

Hi Readers, Introduction Microsoft continues to enhance the Business Central web client experience , ensuring optimal usability on modern devices, large screens, and widescreen monitors . In Business Central 2025 Release Wave 1 , a significant improvement focuses on screen estate optimization , helping users maximize productivity with better layouts, responsive animations, and customizable FactBoxes.

Hi Readers, In this series We are discussing new features in Business Central 2024 Release Wave 2. MSDN Link Addressing a Critical Extensibility Gap One of the longstanding limitations in Dynamics 365 Business Central has been the inability to directly extend profiles. This has often forced partners to resort to cumbersome workarounds, such as copying entire profiles and making modifications. With the introduction of profile extension in Business Central 2024, this limitation has finally been addressed. Key Benefits of Profile Extension: Enhanced Flexibility: Gain greater control over profile customization without the need for manual copying and modification. Simplified Development: Streamline your development process by creating profile extension objects directly in AL code. Improved Efficiency: Reduce development time and effort by leveraging the new capabilities for modifying profile properties. How Profile Extension Works: Create Profile Extension Objects: Define profile extens...

Hi Readers, In this series We are discussing new features in Business Central 2024 Release Wave 2. Read in MSDN In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, the ability to adapt to change is paramount. Extensible interfaces in programming languages offer a powerful tool for building flexible and adaptable extensions that can evolve over time to meet changing business needs. Key Benefits of Extensible Interfaces: Reduced Risk of Errors: By avoiding modifications to the core system, extensible interfaces minimize the risk of introducing unintended side effects or breaking existing functionality. Improved Efficiency: Save time and resources by creating new functionalities without having to rewrite large portions of code. Enhanced Agility: Adapt quickly to changing business requirements by adding new features or modifying existing ones without disrupting the core system. Increased Innovation: Drive innovation and stay ahead of the competition by leveraging the flexibility and ad...

Hi Readers, In this series We are discussing new features in Business Central 2024 Release Wave 2. Read on MSDN. In today's fast-paced business environment, efficiency is key. Organizations are constantly seeking ways to streamline operations and empower their workforce with productivity tools. One area where significant time savings can be achieved is data entry. Introducing Enhanced Keyboard Shortcuts Business Central 2024 introduces a new feature that brings the familiar experience of Microsoft 365 applications, like Excel and Word, to the realm of business management. By adopting keyboard shortcuts, users can significantly reduce the time spent on data entry and navigation, ultimately boosting efficiency. How Access Keys Work: Key Tips: When you press the Alt key in the Business Central Web client, key tips appear alongside UI elements, indicating the next keystroke needed to activate a specific action. Sequential Keystrokes: Use a sequence of keystrokes to navigate the user ...

Hi Readers, The "with statement deprecation in Business Central" is a significant change that developers need to address. Microsoft's decision to remove support for this statement has far-reaching implications for AL development and upgrade projects. Let's explore what this means for Business Central developers and how to prepare for this important transition. Understanding the With Statement in Business Central AL Development The with statement has been a part of Business Central (formerly Dynamics NAV) for years. It allowed developers to write more concise code by implicitly referencing fields and functions of a record or table. However, Microsoft announced its deprecation due to known issues and potential performance problems. There are two types of with statements: Implicit with statements: These don't explicitly declare the record or table being referenced. Explicit with statements: These clearly state the record or table in use. Both types will soon be unsup...

Hi Readers, Ensuring Project Success with Timely Item Procurement In the fast-paced world of project management, having the right items at the right time is crucial for success. Dynamics 365 Business Central 2024 empowers businesses to streamline the item replenishment process, ensuring that projects have the necessary resources to stay on track. Key Benefits of the New Feature: Simplified Item Procurement: Quickly create purchase orders directly from the Project Card page, eliminating manual data entry and reducing errors. Intelligent Recommendations: The system leverages advanced algorithms to analyze demand and supply, providing accurate recommendations for item quantities. Enhanced Efficiency: Streamline the entire procurement process, from identifying missing items to creating and processing purchase orders. How It Works: Identify Missing Items: Review your project's requirements and identify any items that are in short supply or need replenishment. Create Purchase Orders:...

Hi Readers, Managing the Evolution of Service Documents Service documents, like quotes, orders, and contracts, often undergo changes throughout their lifecycle. To ensure data integrity and maintain a clear audit trail, Business Central 2024 introduces robust archiving capabilities specifically tailored for service management. Key Benefits of Archiving Service Documents: Enhanced Data Control: Gain complete control over your service data by tracking changes and maintaining historical records. Simplified Audit Trails: Easily trace document modifications and identify responsible parties. Reduced Data Clutter: Minimize database size by automatically archiving outdated or inactive documents. How Does Archiving Work? Business Central offers flexible archiving options: Automatic Archiving: Set up documents to be archived automatically when certain actions occur, such as: Changing document status Deleting documents Printing, downloading, or emailing documents Posting service orders Conver...

Hi readers, Exciting News for Business Central Users & Consultants! The public preview for Dynamics 365 Business Central 2024 release wave 2 (BC25) is officially here. This means you now have the opportunity to explore and test the latest innovations and enhancements that Microsoft has packed into this upcoming release. How to Access the Public Preview: Log in to your Dynamics 365 Business Central admin center. Navigate to the "Environments" section. Create a new sandbox environment. Select the "Preview" version. Important Considerations: Testing and Review: Remember that sandbox environments on a preview version are intended for testing and reviewing new features. They may be updated or deleted without notice. No Production Use: These environments cannot be updated to a production version. They must remain in preview until they are deleted. Join the Conversation: We encourage you to explore the public preview and share your feedback with the community. Let...

Hi Readers, This video discusses a small but important change in Business Central 2024 Release Wave 1 that allows developers to add comments to app.json files.  This change is significant because it enables developers to add descriptions and explanations to different sections of the app.json file, improving code readability and maintainability.  The speaker demonstrates how to enable the JSON with comments language model in Visual Studio Code and provides examples of how to add comments to the app.json file.  Overall, the video highlights a practical improvement for developers working with Business Central.  Regards, Saurav Dhyani https://bit.ly/SubscribeSauravYouTube

Hi Readers, In this tutorial, we dive into the essential process of debugging sandbox environments within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (MSDyn365BC). Sandbox environments are vital for development and testing and mastering the debugging process can significantly improve your troubleshooting efficiency and development timelines. What You'll Learn: Introduction to Sandbox Environments : Understand the role of sandbox environments in your development workflow and why they are crucial for testing and problem-solving. Accessing and Navigating the Sandbox : Learn how to effectively access and navigate through the Business Central sandbox for debugging purposes. Using Debugging Tools : Explore the various debugging tools and techniques available in the Business Central development environment. Step-by-Step Debugging : Follow a detailed, step-by-step guide to identify and diagnose common issues such as code errors and data inconsistencies. Best Practices for Troubleshooting : Gai...