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Reference Existing Records
When importing a file into NetSuite QuickStart Edition, you may need to reference existing records to ensure accurate data mapping and seamless integration. This is essential in two key scenarios:
- Updating an existing record
- Linking a new record to an existing one (e.g., importing a new contact and associating it with an existing company)
To accurately reference an existing record, you must use a unique identifier. NetSuite QuickStart Edition allows referencing by:
- Name – Default option in CSV templates, provided the name is unique.
- Internal ID – A system-generated identifier.
- External ID – A custom identifier assigned to the record.
By default, NetSuite QuickStart Edition references records by name. For example, in a purchase order import, the item field appears as
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