Creating Read-Only Custom Fields
You can create custom fields that display information but do not store that information with any record or transaction. You can create a read-only field of any type with any display, default, validation, or sourcing options.
A read-only field is especially useful when used with information sourcing. Fields that use sourcing show information that is stored elsewhere in NetSuite. That information is retrieved from the source every time the page is loaded. Because any changes you make to the field are not saved, setting the field to read-only prevents you from attempting to edit it.
To create a read-only custom field:
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Either edit a custom field, or create a new custom field.
If you want to create a new field, see Custom Field Types to determine the type of field you want to create. You will find step-by-step instructions for each type of custom field.
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Clear the Store Value box.
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Click the Display subtab.
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Set the Display Type field to Disabled.
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Click Save.
For more information about using display types, see Setting Display Options for Custom Fields.
Related Topics
- Creating a Custom Field
- Creating Custom Fields by Type
- Assigning Custom Fields to Specific Record Types
- Behavior of View from Order Only Settings on Transaction Line and Transaction Body Custom Fields
- Setting Display Options for Custom Fields
- Setting Validation and Defaulting Properties
- Setting Sourcing Criteria
- Sourcing and Filtering Examples
- Setting Filtering Criteria
- Dependent Dropdown Lists
- Restricting Access to Custom Fields
- Restricting Access to Employee Custom Fields
- Adding Translations for Custom Fields
- Adding Custom Fields to Transaction Forms
- Tracking Changes to Custom Fields