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Module4 Data Model Development

This module focuses on creating and managing the data model in D365 F&O, covering core components such as Tables, Extended Data Types (EDTs), Base Enums, and Table Relations. It emphasizes best practices for data modeling, including the use of reusable definitions and maintaining referential integrity. A strong data model is essential for stable applications and sets the foundation for building forms to interact with the data.

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Module4 Data Model Development

This module focuses on creating and managing the data model in D365 F&O, covering core components such as Tables, Extended Data Types (EDTs), Base Enums, and Table Relations. It emphasizes best practices for data modeling, including the use of reusable definitions and maintaining referential integrity. A strong data model is essential for stable applications and sets the foundation for building forms to interact with the data.

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Module 4: Data Model

Development – Introduction
• This module covers how to create and manage
the data model in D365 F&O.
• We’ll work with Tables, Extended Data Types
(EDTs), Base Enums, and Table Relations.
Understanding the Data Model in
D365 F&O
• • Data model defines how data is stored and
structured
• • Tables, EDTs, Enums are core building blocks
• • Metadata-driven and tightly integrated with
AOT
Creating Tables in AOT
• • Tables define schema for storing records
• • Add fields, indexes, and relations
• • Set properties like Table Type, Primary Index,
Cache Lookup
• • Tables generate physical database tables
Extended Data Types (EDTs)
• • Reusable definitions for data types
• • Can include labels, help text, string size, etc.
• • Inherit or customize base data types
• • Improves consistency and maintainability
Base Enums
• • Used for dropdown lists and option fields
• • Each value has a name, label, and integer
value
• • Can be used in tables, forms, and logic
• • Improves data quality with controlled values
Table Relations
• • Define how tables are linked (foreign keys)
• • Use Normal, Related Field, or Field Fixed
relations
• • Help in lookup creation and referential
integrity
• • Visible in table properties and on forms
Best Practices in Data Modeling
• • Use EDTs for all fields instead of raw types
• • Avoid duplication by reusing existing objects
• • Always define relationships and indexes
• • Use meaningful names and documentation
Conclusion – Data Model
Development
• • Strong data model is key to stable
applications
• • Use AOT to create and manage all objects
• • Learn to design scalable, reusable data
structures
• • Next: Building forms to interact with this
data

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