Creating Custom Fields and Lists in NetSuite Configuration

Creating custom fields and lists in NetSuite is essential for enhancing product synchronization with storefronts. By defining these fields effectively, businesses can customize product data handling, ultimately improving operational efficiency. This guide walks you through the process, ensuring your custom fields serve their intended purpose in product management.

How Do You Create a Custom List?

If you have an existing flag field, you may reuse the list associated with that field, except when dealing with the eBay connector. If you're creating a custom list from scratch, follow these steps:

Steps to Create a Custom List:

1. Go to Customization > Lists, Records, & Fields > New.
   The Custom List page opens.
2. In the Name field, enter a name for your custom list.
3. In the ID field, enter an ID for your custom list.
4. From the Show Options In field, choose Order Entered.
5. Ensure both Matrix Option List and Inactive check boxes are unchecked.
6. In the Values sublist, add the following values in this order:
   • Add/Update Item
   • Remove Item
   • Ignore Item
   • Post Children as Stand-Alone
     Important: The order of these values is crucial as it determines the internal ID. For more details, consult the specific guide on storefront flag fields.
7. Click Save.

How Do You Create a Custom Field?

Once your custom list is set up, you can proceed to create a custom field that utilizes this list.

Steps to Create a Custom Field:

1. Go to Customization > Lists, Records, & Fields > Item Fields > New.
   The Custom Item Field page opens.
2. In the Label field, provide a display name for the field on the item record.
3. In the ID field, specify the field's ID.
   This ID will be essential for the flag field in product mappings.
4. From the Type list, select List/Record.
5. From the List/Record dropdown, choose your custom list.
6. In the Applies To subtab, check the boxes for the item types where this field should appear.
7. (Optional) To control where the field appears on the item record, navigate to the Display Type subtab. From the Subtab field, select the desired subtab.
   If no subtab is selected, the field will default to the Custom subtab.
8. Click Save.

By following these steps, you can create a custom field in NetSuite tailored to your product sync needs. This ensures efficient management of product data across multiple platforms.

Who This Affects

• Administrators: Responsible for customizing and configuring relevant fields and lists.
• Developers: Need to understand how to integrate these custom fields into product mappings and sync processes.

Key Takeaways

• Custom fields and lists streamline product data management in NetSuite.
• Follow the specified order for list values to ensure correct internal IDs.
• Utilize custom fields to enhance synchronization with storefronts for improved eCommerce functionality.