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Update 29.1 for Business Central 2026 release wave 2

This article highlights new and updated features in update 29.1, with links to hotfixes, regulatory updates, and other useful resources.

Hotfixes

Learn about the hotfixes and download the on-premises files from Microsoft Support at Update 29.1 for Business Central 2026 release wave 2.

Feature changes

Area Feature Availability Roadmap ID
Country/region Austria - Enable SAF-T audit file format Public preview 573619
France - Install French localization as an extension to the base app Public preview 573621
Germany - Export euBP with audit files export Public preview 573617
Iceland - Enable SAF-T audit file format Public preview 573620
New EET Integration in Czechia Public preview —
Start using the new non-deductible VAT framework in Belgium Public preview 576751
E-Documents Self-billing enablement Public preview —
Expense Agent Add an interim approver when you submit an expense report Public preview 573260
Create expense reports per trip automatically Public preview 573257
Finance Configure and use bonded locations for excise duty calculations Public preview 573615
Cross-environment Master Data Management Public preview 573613
Use approvals with fixed asset journals General availability 573263
Use batch totals for payment journals General availability 573264
Use complex calculation methods for excise duties Public preview 573614
Governance and Administration Match sandbox database configuration to production Public preview —
Payables Agent Agent can process vendor credit notes General availability 577878
Sustainability Management Add EUDR certification information General availability 573251

Localization updates

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Business Central roadmap

Explore upcoming Business Central features and their estimated release dates in the AI at Work roadmap. Plans and dates can change, and entries are removed when features become generally available, are canceled, or are postponed.

Note

The AI at Work roadmap replaced Business Central release plans in September 2026. Previous release plans remain available for historical reference. Learn more about the roadmap changes.

Upgrade to 29.1

Online customers

  • New customers automatically get Business Central version 29.1.
  • Existing customers receive a notification when update 29.1 is available so they can schedule the update. Learn more in Schedule an update.

On-premises customers

The upgrade path depends on your current major version. Select the instructions that match your deployment:

Good to know

New Microsoft Copilot capabilities in Business Central

Starting with Business Central update 29.0, users can access Microsoft Copilot directly within Business Central to get help with everyday work. Learn more about these capabilities in Use Microsoft Copilot in Business Central (preview). Or explore the Microsoft Copilot playlist at aka.ms/BCCopilotPlaylist.

Watch

Microsoft is also introducing a new Business Central + Copilot offer, announced at Directions EMEA 2026 in Paris. The offer gives partners another way to introduce Copilot to Business Central customers. Learn more in the Announcing new Business Central + Copilot offer and Copilot capabilities blog post.

Want to stay informed about upcoming Business Central releases?

Join the Business Central Partner Announcements community on Viva Engage to receive the latest updates, release overviews, and announcements from Microsoft. If you're not yet a member, request access here: https://aka.ms/BCVivaSignUp

Business Central Launch Edition - 2026 release wave 2

Explore the Business Central Launch Edition (BCLE)—a comprehensive skilling experience designed to help partners stay up to date, aligned, and ready to deliver value faster with every release wave.

  • What's new sessions on YouTube: aka.ms/BCLE
  • What's new partner deck for download: aka.ms/BCLEDECK
  • Have questions? Go to the new Business Central partner communities on Viva Engage and ask the product experts: aka.ms/BCVivaEngage

Business Central version 30 early access preview

The next major Business Central release, version 30, is available as an early access preview on Business Central online tenants. Learn more in Early access preview .

Are you a partner who wants a list of relevant resources? Learn more in Resources for Partners.

Are you a user who wants a list of relevant resources? Learn more in Resources for users.