NetSuite offers comprehensive revenue management capabilities that ensure adherence to accounting standards while automating the revenue recognition process. A significant challenge for businesses managing kit/package items in NetSuite is the accurate recognition and allocation of revenue. The Auto-Expansion for Revenue Management feature addresses this issue by automatically breaking down kit/package items into their individual components, facilitating precise revenue allocation.
Auto-Expansion for Revenue Management of Kit/Package Items
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Streamlining NetSuite Customization with the Copy to Account Feature
One useful tool in NetSuite when migrating certain data from one NS instance to another would be the Copy to Account (CTA) feature. This feature simplifies the process of transferring customizations between NetSuite accounts, eliminating the need for manual recreation.
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Error Tracking and Debugging in NetSuite
(This article is based on SuiteScript 2.1)
The N/log module is an essential tool for logging messages and debugging scripts.
It provides structured logging methods to help developers track execution flow, identify issues, and optimize performance.
However, improper logging can lead to inefficient debugging or performance overhead.
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Retrieving State and Country Lists in NetSuite Using SuiteScript
Working with Country and State Lists in NetSuite
NetSuite provides built-in lists for countries and their corresponding states or provinces. These lists are commonly used in address fields, custom records, and forms where users need to select a country or state.
This article will help you access these lists programmatically in SuiteScript.
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SuiteApp Overview: Work Instructions and Traveler
The Work Instructions and Traveler SuiteApp extends NetSuite’s manufacturing capabilities by providing clients with the ability to define manufacturing level work instructions for each operation step , which can then the printed and shared with shop floor personnel. The printed traveler document can be used to outline process notes and detailed step by step instructions, including assigned components, for each operation step. We’ll take a look at the SuiteApp and how to install it in a NetSuite instance. We will first cover prerequisites.
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SuiteApp Overview: Sales Return Accounting
When processing a customer return, specifically a credit memo, NetSuite traditionally posts a debit entry to the income account assigned on the item record being returned. You may want to modify this behavior and have NetSuite post this debit to a different account. While this is not possible out of the box, NetSuite has developed the Sales Returning Accounting SuiteApp, which allows you to modify how the system posts these transactions to the general ledger. Let’s take a look at the SuiteApp, which is free, and walk through the setup process.
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Important Update for Shipping to Germany
UPS has a new regulatory requirement for shipping to Germany. Starting January 1, 2025, shipments weighing 10 kilograms or more will require clear weight labeling to meet compliance laws.
- 10-20kg packages: A 10+ KG icon must be displayed on the shipment.
- 20kg and above packages: A 20+ KG icon must be displayed on the shipment.
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Troubleshooting for Record Does Not Exist in the SuiteScript
Error Name: RCRD_DSNT_EXIST
Error Message: That record does not exist.
When you are using the SuiteScript to do the customization, you may encounter this kind of error in certain situation. This article will discuss the possible cause and how to troubleshoot this error.
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In the manufacturing space, understanding the planned costs vs actual costs associated with a work order can be a daunting task. While you may have all the required data in the ERP, collecting the right data and analyzing it in a meaningful way is not always easy. To solve this conundrum, NetSuite rolled out the Cost Variance Analysis SuiteApp which aims to provide visibility into cost variances at the component and operation level. The SuiteApp is fairly easy to install and has nominal requirements.
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In NetSuite, managing reseller permits is an important in handling tax exemptions for customers who purchase items for resale. This functionality ensures that you can easily track and validate tax-exempt transactions, comply with tax regulations, and maintain proper documentation for audits.
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