How To Create Custom Entities in Dynamics CRM?

How To Create Custom Entities in Dynamics CRM?

Maulik Shah

Custom entities are data definitions that do not have a select statement on the data source, but we define return fields and their types. In the case of custom entities, their data model is invoked manually at runtime.

Step 1: Go to Settings > Customizations.

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Step 2: Now click on Solutions to customize the system.

Step 3: Select the solution in which you want to create an Entity.

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Step 4: Enter the Display Name and Plural Name that will be used for this entity throughout Microsoft Dynamics 365.

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In the name box, change the default name. Once you save that, it cannot be edited again.

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Step 5: Finally, click on the Save button.

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We have successfully created a custom entity called “Service”.

 

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