Tag: BCV26

Convert Simple Type Values to Text Using the New ToText Method in Business Central 2025 Wave 1

With the release of Business Central 2025 Wave 1, Business Central continues to simplify AL development by introducing intuitive and developer-friendly features. One such small yet powerful enhancement is the ToText method — designed to streamline how simple type values are converted to text. In previous versions, we developers often relied on FORMAT() for converting … Continue reading Convert Simple Type Values to Text Using the New ToText Method in Business Central 2025 Wave 1

AutoFormatExpression Property in Business Central – Wave 1 2025

With the release of Business Central 2025 Wave 1, Microsoft continues enhancing the AL language to make development cleaner, more flexible, and maintainable. One of the updates includes improvements around the AutoFormatExpression property — a property that may seem minor but plays a crucial role in controlling how data is displayed, especially in reports and … Continue reading AutoFormatExpression Property in Business Central – Wave 1 2025

Business Central 2025 Wave 1 (BC26): Check Total Purchase Amounts on Documents

The Business Central 2025 Wave 1 (BC26) release introduces a valuable feature aimed at enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of accounts payable processes: "Check Doc. Total Amounts". While seemingly simple from a user perspective, but powerful addition that helps users validate purchase documents before posting. At its heart, "Check Doc. Total Amounts" is designed to … Continue reading Business Central 2025 Wave 1 (BC26): Check Total Purchase Amounts on Documents

Business Central 2025 Wave 1 (BC26) – SetAutoCalcFields Method on RecordRef

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central 2025 Wave 1 (version 26) introduces several enhancements to developer productivity and platform capabilities. One of the notable changes for AL developers is the new SetAutoCalcFields method added to the RecordRef data type. This method brings the power of calculated flow fields to the RecordRef context, which previously lacked a … Continue reading Business Central 2025 Wave 1 (BC26) – SetAutoCalcFields Method on RecordRef

Embedding Powerful UI with UserControlHost PageType in Business Central

With the release of Business Central 2025 Wave 1, new page type UserControlHost is introduced which enables embedding custom JavaScript-based controls into the Business Central web client. 🔍 What is UserControlHost? The UserControlHost page type allows you to embed custom client-side controls—typically written in JavaScript—inside the Business Central web client using the ControlAddIn object.These controls … Continue reading Embedding Powerful UI with UserControlHost PageType in Business Central

Using the New IncStr Overload in Business Central AL

With recent updates to AL language in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, developers now have more flexibility when working with strings containing numeric suffixes — thanks to the new overload of the IncStr method. If you've ever had to increment a string with a number at the end (e.g., "INV001" to "INV002"), you’ve probably used … Continue reading Using the New IncStr Overload in Business Central AL

SessionInformation.Callstack() in Business Central

Introduced in Business Central Wave 1 2025 releases, the SessionInformation.Callstack() method is a powerful diagnostic tool that helps developers trace the current call stack within AL code. Whether you're troubleshooting custom extensions, tracking errors, or building telemetry, this method can become your best friend. What is the SessionInformation.Callstack() Method? The SessionInformation.Callstack() method is a built-in … Continue reading SessionInformation.Callstack() in Business Central

Production Order Cancellations: Reversing Consumption in Business Central V26

Production orders are the backbone of manufacturing operations, but sometimes, plans change. Orders need to be cancelled, and when those orders have already consumed materials, things can get tricky. Business Central V26 has stepped in to simplify this process, offering a more streamlined way to reverse consumption and cancel production orders. Let's explore how this … Continue reading Production Order Cancellations: Reversing Consumption in Business Central V26

Preview PDFs Directly in Business Central Web Client (v26)

With the release of version 26, a significant productivity boost has arrived: direct PDF attachment previews within the web client. No more downloading, opening external viewers, or switching between applications. This streamlined experience lets you access and review crucial documents instantly, right within your Business Central workflow. What Does This Mean For You? Imagine you're … Continue reading Preview PDFs Directly in Business Central Web Client (v26)

Reopening Finished Production Orders in Business Central v26 (Wave 1 2025)

Microsoft Business Central is constantly evolving, bringing us new features and enhancements with each wave release. One highly anticipated addition in Wave 1 2025 (v26) is the ability to reopen finished production orders. This seemingly simple functionality addresses a long-standing pain point for many manufacturers, offering increased flexibility and control over their production processes. The … Continue reading Reopening Finished Production Orders in Business Central v26 (Wave 1 2025)