Insert Sublist Lines Using SuiteScript in NetSuite

The insertLine method allows SuiteScript developers to easily add lines to sublists, enhancing client scripts' functionality.

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The insertLine method in SuiteScript enables developers to programmatically insert a line into a sublist for the currently active record. This feature is particularly important for enhancing client-side interactions in NetSuite forms, making user experience smoother and more dynamic.

Method Description

The insertLine method is used to add a new line to a specified sublist of the current record.

Returns: The method returns the currentRecord.CurrentRecord object, representing the current record with modifications applied.

Supported Script Types: This method is available in client scripts only.

Governance: There are no governance restrictions associated with using this method.

Parameters

To use the insertLine method, you need to provide the following parameters:

ParameterTypeRequired / OptionalDescription
options.sublistIdstringrequiredThe internal ID of the sublist. This is available in the Records Browser.
options.linenumberrequiredThe line number to insert; remember that line indexing begins at 0.
options.ignoreRecalcbooleanoptionalWhen set to true, any scripting recalculation is ignored, defaulting to false.

Errors

When using insertLine, you might encounter the following error codes:

  • SSS_INVALID_SUBLIST_OPERATION: Triggered if the required argument is invalid or the sublist is not editable.
  • SSS_MISSING_REQD_ARGUMENT: Triggered if a required argument is missing or undefined.

Syntax

The syntax for the insertLine method can be seen in the following example:

suitescript
1//Add additional code
2...
3objRecord.insertLine({
4 sublistId: 'item',
5 line: 3,
6 ignoreRecalc: true
7});
8...
9//Add additional code

This code snippet demonstrates how to insert a line into the 'item' sublist.

Related Topics

For further context and deeper integration possibilities, refer to:

This method greatly enhances the interactivity and data management capabilities within client scripts in a NetSuite environment.


Source: This article is based on Oracle's official NetSuite documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions (4)

Do I need to enable a specific feature to use the insertLine method in SuiteScript?
No, the insertLine method does not require any specific feature to be enabled, but it is available only for client scripts in SuiteScript.
Is there a governance limit or restriction applied when using the insertLine method?
No, there are no governance restrictions associated with using the insertLine method.
What happens if I provide an invalid sublist ID or a non-editable sublist when using insertLine?
If you provide an invalid sublist ID or attempt to use insertLine on a non-editable sublist, you will encounter the SSS_INVALID_SUBLIST_OPERATION error.
Can I prevent scripting recalculations when inserting a line in a sublist using insertLine?
Yes, you can prevent recalculations by setting the ignoreRecalc parameter to true when using the insertLine method.
Source: Syntax Oracle NetSuite Help Center. This article was generated from official Oracle documentation and enriched with additional context and best practices.

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