New Features in D365BC: 2021, Release 1 (April)

This post highlights the new features in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (D365BC), 2021 release 1 (April) – also known as “2021 Release Wave One”.

 
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Below are some of the key features that are introduced in the first major yearly release of D365BC in 2021:

• Dimensions – continues to improve user experience with Dimensions enabling them to:
  • make Shortcut Dimensions as Columns on the “G/L Entries” Page;
  • correct Dimensions on posted Entries even easier than before;
  • allowing only certain Dimensions with certain master data records (e.g. it is possible to invoice goods and service to Customer A in Area X and Y, but not Z).
• Printing on different devices – it is now possible to choose a (different) printing device before the system sends materials to be printed.
• Job Queues – now Partners (such as Edocation) can do more with their Partner license, including testing bank services, approvals and intercompany transactions.
• Database export – in the previous release, database administrators were able to export the information and the process is further optimized for larger databases.
• Power BI integration – D365BC can already integration with the Microsoft Power Platform, but now integration with Power BI can also happen via API.

To read more about these and other features in the release in questions, refer to link A in the “Further Reading” section below.

Edocation team continues researching, testing and offering D365BC features that can help our clients in their day-to-day business. Our certified Microsoft specialists enable ERP users to achieve business goals even more efficiently and effectively. If you would like to discuss your ERP requirements and how those can be met with the help of an ERP system, hire a consultant.