How to: Configure a Table for Search

Applies To: Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 R3, Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 R2, Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 Feature Pack, Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012

Data in tables that you create in Microsoft Dynamics AX can be searchable. To make data available for search, the table must meet certain criteria.

Setting Up a Table for Search

To set up a table for search

1. In the AOT, expand the Data Dictionary node and then expand the Tables node.

2. Locate the table that you want to be searchable. Right-click the node and then click Properties.

3. Set the ModifiedDateTime property to Yes. This causes the UTC (Universal Coordinated Time) value of the last time each record was modified to be saved in the table. This is required for search.

4. Verify the TableGroup property. If it is any of the following, the table will not be available for search:

   • Transaction

   • TransactionHeader

   • TransactionLine

   • WorksheetHeader

   • WorksheetLine

5. Save any changes in the AOT.

Next, you must create a query that will be used to search the table. See How to: Create a Query for Search for more information.

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