ANS-1638 · CUSTOM FIELDS, RECORDS & FORMS
How to Identify the Creator or Owner of a Custom Record in NetSuite
NetSuite users can determine who created a custom record by accessing a specific system-generated field.
Short answer
To find the creator or owner of a custom record in NetSuite, access the 'owner' field associated with that custom record. This field, though sometimes not immediately visible, stores the user who initially created the record, providing direct insight into its origin.
Scenario
NetSuite users often need to identify the individual responsible for creating a specific custom record. This information is crucial for auditing, troubleshooting, or understanding the context behind a record's existence. The challenge lies in locating this information efficiently within the NetSuite interface.
Solution
To determine the creator or owner of a custom record within NetSuite, users can access its (hidden?) field 'owner'. This field directly stores the NetSuite user who initially created the custom record, allowing for easy identification of the record's origin.
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