When trying to create an Excel spreadsheet via code I encountered the error “The number of arguments provided is different from the number of arguments accepted by the method”.
Having not used the process for a while, but knowing it has worked in the past I was surprised by the error.
Continue readingThere are still lots of companies running Axapta and Dynamics AX. With the age of these systems, many experience problems and issues. But what are the issues they are likely to experience? And how might they make things better?
There are two main areas of issue: stability and performance. Both are important to have an effective system, and both need to be addressed.
Continue readingThe approach to most implementations of a D365 system is a clean system, meaning no modifications. This contrasts with the systems predecessors, Axapta and Dynamics AX, where most systems were modified, and some were to the extreme.
Continue readingFrom D365F&SCM you can create a task recording of any business process. Once complete you can save this to your local computer as a axtr file. If you want to import the task recording into Visual Studio you will need to select the option to “save development version” which will create a local xml file.
D365F&SCM uses DevOps for both managing the items and tasks to be completed on the system, but also as a version control for the code. When setting up a new development machine, it is important to configure the environment to use DevOps so you can store your code changes and pull all the code others have completed.
There are several steps that need to be completed, and since this is not something that is often undertaken by a developer often, it is useful to have a documented process on how it should be configured. The exact configuration for each implementation will be different. It will depend on the role the development instance will undertake, so the setup should be documented for each implementation. This guide will walk through a basic setup that, once completed, will allow the developer to change the system and release them to DevOps.
Continue readingWhen importing data into a D365F&SCM environment the following error was received:
The import or export job failed during setup. This is a transient error, please try again in a few minutes-Exception from HRESULT: 0xC0010009
Continue readingIf you want to find out what the table name is related to a table id, then you can use the following SQL statement from Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio
Continue readingFirst, let’s briefly answer the question: What are the major differences between AX2012 and D365F&SCM? AX2012, also known as Dynamics AX 2012, is an older version of Microsoft’s ERP software, while D365F&SCM, or Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain Management, is the newer cloud-based version. The latter offers improved features, scalability, and integration possibilities, making it the go-to choice for many businesses. However, AX2012 still holds its ground, providing a solid foundation for certain organisations.
Continue readingThere are three overlooked areas in development that contribute to poor system performance and poor user experience. Including these areas in your development toolset will help to reduce these issues in the production environment when all the users are using the system.
Continue readingMicrosoft Dynamics 365 F&SCM is a powerful ERP system that can handle complex business processes. However, as the amount of data and users increases, the system’s performance may suffer. One way to address this issue is through caching. In this article, we will explore what caching is, how it works, and how it can improve the system’s performance and user experience.
Continue readingWhen upgrading from AX2012 to D365F&SCM you need to bring data from your old system to the new environment. If you are not using the full migration path, and just extracting data and importing via the data management system (DIXF), then you will need to ensure you handle the data of the enums correctly.
Continue readingUnderstanding BACPAC
BACPAC is something technical people will encounter when working with Microsoft Dynamics D365 Finance and Supply Chain Management (D365F&SCM). It is the backup file created by Azure for D365F&SCM environments. The BACPAC is not exclusive to Azure; it has been available to SQL servers since version 2012.
Continue readingA client wanted to add a new field to the sales line table, which would be a lookup to a new table. This is not an unusual request, so should don’t have been a problem. The client wanted, however, to not have the field shown no the sales form, and that couple of users that needed this field would personalise the form to add the field to the lines grid. This is where things got interesting.
Continue readingMicrosoft Dynamics 365 F&SCM has rapidly become a top choice for businesses looking to streamline their processes and improve efficiency. One of the key components that sets it apart is the SysTest framework, a powerful testing tool designed to ensure the correct functionality of customisations and configurations. This blog post will explore the SysTest framework, providing an understanding of its features, benefits, and how it can be utilised within your organisation. So, what exactly is the SysTest framework? It’s a built-in testing tool within Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&SCM, specifically designed to help developers and IT professionals validate the systems functionality.
Continue readingMicrosoft Dynamics 365 F&SCM is a continually updated system. Customers must implement a minimum of two updates per year and can only forgo a maximum of three consecutive updates. This means that all customers are current, unlike the Dynamics AX customers, which are typically years out of date.
Continue readingWhen developing in D365F&SCM there is a new control available with the Select statement. The IN keyword is not available.
Continue readingD365F&SCM “Sync” replicates or synchronises data changes made in one system to another system immediately. For example, if you update a customer record in your CRM system, the change will be reflected in your D265F&SCM system through Sync.
Continue readingMicrosoft Dynamics Dual Write enabled Dynamics 365 F&SCM to automatically synchronise data between Dynamics 365 and a customer’s on-premises system or other cloud-based solutions. This can help to ensure that all systems remain up-to-date and consistent, reducing the risk of errors and increasing overall efficiency.
Continue readingWhen working with the performance of Dynamics 365 F&SCM there are several tools available. Each tool has its strengths, and no one tool will give you the full picture. It is important when diagnosing performance issues to use the tools to gather information to help you understand the issue.
Gathering information helps you gain more insight into the issue, but sometimes it is to rule things out. As you review the information, a picture of what is happening and what might be happening will become clearer. The information might directly help resolve the issue, lead to understanding where more detailed information is required, or additional tools to include in the analysis.
Continue readingWe can apply several modifiers to the declaration of classes, methods, and variables.
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