Editing Custom Segments

In some cases, you may want to edit an existing custom segment. For example, you may want to change the segment's label, the record types where the segment is applied, or the segment's default value. Most fields on a custom segment can be changed after creation, but there are some exceptions:

• The ID field can't be changed.

• The GL Impact option can't be changed.

• Your ability to change the Type field depends on your permissions. For details, see Required Permissions for Editing Custom Segments.

For more information about editing custom segments, see Inactivating a Custom Segment and Deleting a Custom Segment Definition.

When you create a custom segment, an associated custom record type is also created. The custom record type has the same name as the custom segment. You can edit the custom record at any time to add custom segment values. For more information about creating custom record types, see Creating Custom Record Types.

To describe the segment's values and related fields, enter an AI description on the associated custom record type. Explain what the values represent and how related fields should be interpreted. This description is separate from AI description for segment applications on the custom segment definition. For instructions, see Adding an AI Description for a Custom Object.

Custom segment definitions can be updated at any time, even if the segment is used in a transaction that's in a closed period.

Note also that changing the Type field from Multiple Select to List/Record can cause data loss. For more details, see Custom Segment Types.

To edit a custom segment:

1. Go to Customization > Lists, Records, & Fields > Custom Segments.

2. In the list, find the segment and click Edit.

3. Make any necessary changes.

   • To update the AI description for a custom segment, edit the AI description for segment applications field in the Details area. NetSuite uses the updated description for the segment fields generated on the record types or transaction sublists where you apply the segment. You can't set a different AI description for an individual segment application or generated custom field. For guidance, see Guidelines for Writing an AI Description.

   • If you need to add or update values, and the Values sublist is dimmed, click Manage Values. This opens a separate page for working with values. For details, see Creating Values by Clicking Manage Values.

   • If you need help understanding other fields on the segment definition, see the following topics:

     • Filtering for a Custom Segment

     • Applying a Custom Segment to Record Types

     • Dynamic Default Value Sourcing for Custom Segments

     • Validation and Static Default Values for Custom Segments

     • User Permissions for a Custom Segment

     • Dependent Segments

     • Setting Display Order of All Custom Segments

4. After making all necessary changes on the segment definition, click Save.

Related Topics

• Custom Segments
• Benefits of Custom Segments
• Custom Segments Overview
• Permissions for Managing Custom Segments and Values
• Custom Segment Creation
• Custom Segment Values
• Using the Script ID to Access Custom Segment Body, Line, and Filter By Fields
• Custom Segments in Record Searches
• Customizing a Report by Using Custom Segments
• Using Custom Segments in Workflows
• SuiteScript and Custom Segments
• SOAP Web Services and Custom Segments
• CSV Import and Custom Segments

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