Business Central 29.0 merges table extensions into the base table’s database table, removing a join on every operation. Why this quiet change matters for every environment with extensions.
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BC’s MCP Server Can Now Query Data That Has No API Page
Business Central 29.0 lets agents define and run their own MCP data queries against tables with no API page yet — a second access path, with open questions on permissions and query syntax.
Microsoft Clarifies: Business Central’s Release Cadence Isn’t Changing
Microsoft clarifies that Business Central’s twice-yearly release cadence is not changing — only how upcoming features get disclosed in advance.
PTE Deployment Moves to the Admin Center — And Business Central Just Set an Expiration Date on the Old Way
Business Central 2026 Wave 1 brings full PTE lifecycle management to the admin center, with API v2.29 and an MCP server behind it. The part that matters more: install capability in the Extension Management page is being phased out, targeted for removal in BC 2027 wave 1.
How to Add Fields from Related Tables in Analysis Mode – Business Central 2025 Wave 1
Introduction Business Central 2025 Wave 1 introduces an exciting new feature: the ability to add fields from related tables while in Analysis Mode. This update is a game changer for users who rely on deep data insights and custom analytics – no more switching back and forth or asking your…
Mastering Snapshot Debugging in Business Central
I have never been a big fan of the snapshot debugger in Business Central.If possible, I always tried to create a sandbox for debugging with the specific to-do. I never had the need to debug in a SaaS production environment – until now. So I jumped over my shadow and…
Automate Performance Profiling in Business Central 2024 Wave 2
For some time now, we have been able to use the Performance Profiler, or InClient Profiler, in Business Central when we need to troubleshoot performance issues. This tool is easy to use by almost any user and can help us get closer to various performance issues. With Business Central 2024…
Hidden Champion in Business Central
Business Central 2024 Wave 2 has just started it’s official rollout and I am truly amazed that a feature, imho one of the hidden champions in Business Central, has gotten even better. I am talking about the analysis mode. Hope that you know what i am I am talking about,…
Business Central Data Search
Microsoft’s Dynamics 365 Business Central is introducing a feature that allows users to efficiently search for specific data across the platform. Recognizing that office workers spend nearly 20% of their time searching for information, this feature aims to streamline the search process. Users can initiate a search from the “Tell…
Troubleshoot straight from the Web Client
In Business Central 2023 Wave 2 (Version 23) you can troubleshoot instant from the Web Client. There are two ways to open Visual Studio Code from the Web Client: 1. From Page Inspector: 2. From Help & Support Page: Regardless of which of these paths you use, VSC then starts…