Handling changes to the DataProvider

  • Published on Jul 22, 2025
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If a new field or other adjustments were added to the DataProvider of dox42 you need to refresh the metadata for your report.

Refreshing metadata in the Word template (recommended for users)

Steps

  1. In Microsoft Word or Excel, go to the dox42 ribbon and select Data Map.

    Toolbar displaying various functions like Generate, Data Map, and Refresh Template options.

    dox42 ribbon

    The Data Map Designer window opens.

  2. Select the desired D365 FSCM Report Data Source.

  3. Select the Edit button.
    The D365 FSCM Report Data Source window opens.

  4. Select the Configure button.
    The Configure Metadata window opens.

  5. Select the Delete Metadata button.

    Configuring metadata for the SalesInvoice report in D365 FSCM application interface.

    Configure Metadata window

  6. To create new metadata you need to print the report in D365 FSCM.

  7. Go back to the Configure Metadata window and select the Refresh button.
    Configuration window for D365 FSCM report data source with highlighted refresh button.

  8. Optional: Select the Synchronize button.

  9. Select OK.

  10. Select File > Save to save the changes to the data map.

Result

The new fields or adjustments are now available in the DataProvider.

Refreshing metadata in D365 FSCM (recommended for developers)

Steps

  1. In D365 FSCM go to System administration > Setup > Business intelligence > dox42 > dox42 parameters.

  2. In the SSRS reports tab select the desired report and then the Delete metadata button.
    dox42 parameters setup screen showing report options and delete metadata feature.

  3. Print the report.

Result

The new fields or adjustments are now available in the DataProvider.