ANS-0102 · SAVED SEARCHES & FORMULAS
Can “available filters” display the status of a specific transaction type?
Understanding why transaction saved search filters are generic across all transaction types in NetSuite.
Short answer
No, available filters in a NetSuite Transaction Saved Search cannot display the status of a specific transaction type exclusively. This limitation occurs because the saved search is designed to encompass all transaction types, making its filters generic. Consequently, filters apply broadly across all possible transaction types rather than being specific to one, such as a Transfer Order.
Scenario
Users attempting to configure a NetSuite Transaction Saved Search may seek to display status information specific to a particular transaction type, such as a Transfer Order, using the "available filters" option. The expectation is that filters could be tailored to show status relevant only to the selected transaction type.
Solution
It is not possible to display the status of a specific transaction type using "available filters" within a NetSuite Transaction Saved Search. This is because the saved search is configured as a general Transaction Saved Search, not a saved search specific to a particular transaction type like a Transfer Order. As a result, all available filters are generic and apply to all possible transaction types, preventing type-specific status filtering.
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