Discussions
Stay up-to-date with the latest news from NetSuite. You’ll be in the know about how to connect with peers and take your business to new heights at our virtual, in-person, on demand events, and much more.
Now is the time to ask your NetSuite-savvy friends and colleagues to join the NetSuite Support Community! Refer now! Click here to watch and learn more!
Update your Profile with your Support type to get your Support Type badge.
Don't miss out on our Question of the Week! You only have until tomorrow, December 18, 2025, 2PM ET to comment your answers and earn rewards! Click here for more details.
Uncover the power of data with the Analytics Hub —your ultimate guide to mastering NetSuite Saved Searches and Reports. Simplify the complex and unlock your organization's true potential. Dive into the Analytics Hub now and soar to new heights!
Nominate Your Peers for NetSuite Support Community's Choice of the Quarter! Submit your nomination today.
Intelligent Payment Automation version 1.0.3 is now available in the SuiteApp Marketplace. The SuiteApp, powered by BILL, lets you automate payments, manage vendor details, and bank account information within NetSuite. Learn more
No Limits. Just possibilities.
Join us for complimentary one-day events around the world and step into a future fueled by AI and limitless potential. Explore new breakthroughs, sharpen your skills, and connect with experts who are shaping what’s next. Experience bold keynotes, interactive learning, and connections that span the global NetSuite community. Discover what's next at SuiteConnect Tour 2026.

CSV Import w/ Auto-Numbering

edited Dec 3, 2019 1:14PM in Account Administration 1 comment

We have recently found several positive reasons why we would want to use the Auto-Numbering function for accounts in NetSuite.  However, because of the limitations of CSV importing it may not make sense, so we are trying to get a better understanding. 

I was wandering if anyone has a workaround or solution to this problem.  When a Company Name exists in NetSuite with Auto-Numbering turned on, you cannot import a Contact CSV unless the Contact CSV file maps to the Auto-generated number in the Company field. 

This makes absolutely no sense because the Netsuite Auto-Generated Number exists only inside of NetSuite not from whatever source (trade show, website, partner) we are getting contact leads from.  Often times a company will already exist in our system, but a new contact from that company will come in as a lead.  Thus we have absolutely no way of importing it unless we first go and look up the Auto-generated ID/Name.

Howdy, Stranger!

Log In

To view full details, sign in.

Register

Don't have an account? Click here to get started!

Leaderboard

Community Whiz

Quarter 4 (Oct-Dec 2025)

This Week's Leaders

This Month's Leaders

All Time Leaders