MessageData Object Members — NetSuite Changelog

The MessageData object in SuiteScript 2.1 provides various members essential for manipulating message data effectively. This object includes both properties and methods that facilitate access to detailed message characteristics and operations.

What Are the Members of the MessageData Object?

The MessageData object comprises the following members:

Name	Type	Supported Script Types	Description
MessageData.filename	`string`	Server scripts	The name of a file.
MessageData.date	`Date`	Server scripts	The date of a message or modification date of the file.
MessageData.format	`pgp.Format`	Server scripts	Literal data packet type.
[MessageData.getText()]	`string`	Server scripts	Extracts the contents of a message as text.
[MessageData.toMessage()]	`pgp.Message`	Server scripts	Creates a message with no signature, compression, or encryption.
[MessageData.encrypt(options)]	`pgp.Message`	Server scripts	Creates a message that is encrypted and optionally signed.

Property Details

MessageData.filename

Type: string
Description: The name of the file associated with the message.
Error Handling: Attempting to set this property will trigger a READ_ONLY_PROPERTY error.

MessageData.date

Type: Date
Description: Represents the date of the message or the file's modification date.
Error Handling: Attempting to set this property will also result in a READ_ONLY_PROPERTY error.

Key Methods of MessageData

MessageData.getText()

This method retrieves the complete text contained within the message.

MessageData.toMessage()

This method creates a fresh message object without any signatures, compression, or encryption—ideal for raw message handling.

MessageData.encrypt(options)

Generates an encrypted message, with the option to include a signature. This method enhances the security of the transmitted messages.

Conclusion

The MessageData object members are invaluable for developers working with message handling in SuiteScript 2.1, providing vital functionalities for managing encrypted messages and associated file data.

Who This Affects

Administrators: Responsible for managing and configuring script use within their environment.
Developers: Utilizing SuiteScript 2.1 for enhancing applications and features tied to message handling.

Key Takeaways

The MessageData object plays a crucial role in managing message-related data in SuiteScript 2.1.
Key properties include filename and date, both of which are read-only.
Several methods facilitate text extraction and encryption of messages, enhancing data security.

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

Frequently Asked Questions (4)

What script types are supported by the MessageData object members?

The MessageData object members are supported in server scripts.

Can you modify properties like filename or date in the MessageData object?

No, attempting to set the 'filename' or 'date' properties will result in a 'READ_ONLY_PROPERTY' error as they are read-only.

How does the MessageData.encrypt(options) method enhance message security?

The MessageData.encrypt(options) method generates an encrypted message and can include a signature, which securely enhances the transmitted messages.

Are there any methods in the MessageData object for handling message contents as text?

Yes, the MessageData.getText() method is used to retrieve the complete text contained within a message.