Cecile's D365 Business Central Online Blog

  Last week, a Business Central developer asked me a simple yet important question: “What’s the customer table equivalent in Dynamics GP?” That moment sparked an idea. As more technical professionals find themselves supporting both Dynamics GP and Business Central—or migrating entirely to the cloud—I realized how helpful a side-by-side table reference could be.  I’ve always admired the work of Victoria Yudin , whose GP table list has been a go-to resource for the entire Dynamics GP community.  Although I’ve never met her in person (not even a photo!), her contributions have left a lasting impact on so many of us working with GP. Inspired by her legacy, I decided to take it one step further by mapping those well-known GP tables to their Business Central equivalents . My hope is that this reference will serve as a bridge for those transitioning to Business Central Whether you're mapping data, building reports, or just navigating unfamiliar territory, I hope t...

  Whether you're a Business Central power user, consultant, or developer, sometimes you just want a quick look under the hood of your environment. That’s where Table Information comes in—a hidden gem in Business Central that gives you insight into what’s happening behind the scenes. Why Use the Table Information Page? Understanding what tables are being used, how large they are, and how many records they contain is especially helpful when: Diagnosing performance issues  Cleaning up test or training environments  Estimating storage impact  Reviewing customizations or ISV extensions  Step-by-Step: How to Access Table Information Here’s how you can view detailed info about every table in your current company: Go to “Tell Me” Search Press Alt + Q or click the magnifying glass 🔍 in the upper-right corner. Type: “Table Information” Select the Table Information page from the search results. Explore the Page You’ll see a list of all tables...