ANS-1366 · SUITESCRIPT DEVELOPMENT
How to Dynamically Populate a Custom Transaction Column Field in NetSuite?
Configure a custom transaction column to dynamically populate a standard account field using a client-side script.
Short answer
To dynamically populate a custom transaction column, disable the standard account column. Add a new custom 'Accounts' column, configured as a list/record type filtered to specific needs. Implement a client-side script to transfer the value from this custom column to the actual standard account field on the transaction.
Scenario
Users often require the ability to dynamically populate transaction column fields based on specific criteria or selections. While direct dynamic population of standard fields can be challenging, a common approach involves using a custom column as an intermediary. This allows for controlled data entry and subsequent transfer to the intended standard field.
Solution
To dynamically populate a transaction column field, follow these steps:
Disable the account column on the transaction form.
Add another column, named 'Accounts', configured as a list/record type account filtered on your needs.
Implement a client-side script to dump the value from the custom 'Accounts' column to the real standard account field on the transaction.
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