Kaizen #78 : How to disable clone record?
Hello everyone! Welcome back to another interesting Kaizen post. In this post, let us discuss a workaround solution for the use case - How to disable clone record for a user. Requirement Consider that you want to disable the clone option for the Deals
Mass-Delete-Action over API doesn't work because of scope
Hi all, we're currently trying to mass delete 40000 deals from our CRM, that we have already put into a custom view. I'm not that used to the API, but I managed to authenticate by https://accounts.zoho.com/oauth/v2/token with Postman and going by the
Remove Special Characters "\" using Zoho Deluge
Who needs this? I don't know! I did, and I sure did not find any helpful information out there, not with this keyword though. So, if you find this article because you searched the same thing as I do, then hey, you're in luck! And do note that I am not
Possible to use REST API without a user to perform the interactive login?
Hi, I am hoping to use the CRM API to push data into ZOHO CRM from our enterprise application. This may need to happen at any time of day and there could be a long interval between calls to the API. Also, there will not be a user triggering the request
Kaizen #111 : Set default values based on Page Layouts using Client Script
Hello everyone! Welcome back to another interesting Kaizen post. In this post, let us discuss how to set default values for fields based on different layouts using Client Script. In this Kaizen post, What are Page Layouts? Client Script is specific for
[How-to with Example] Getting field value/data in Client Script from lookup field record
Imagine you have a field you would like to prefill a field based on a value from another record in another module. In this case, we are looking into a scenario where an Asset (custom module) module is being created from a Deal module. Meaning, there is
Introducing 'Queries' In Zoho CRM
Hello everyone! We are here with an exciting feature - Queries in Zoho CRM! A little context before we dive right into the feature specifics :) In today’s fast-paced business environment, immediate access to relevant data is essential for informed decision-making.
Experience sharing - creating quick prototypes to align understanding
Curious to hear from developers in this community - How do you create a prototype of Zoho CRM customised changes quickly with little coding so that you can validate your idea and requirements with stakeholders? The latest method I have found still requires
How to Check if the Access Token is expired?
Hi Zoho CRM Team, I want to ask if there is a way or if there is an API to check if the access token is already expired. This is to avoid having several active access tokens. I really appreciate any help you can provide. :)
Relation name issue with getRelatedRecords
Hi, I'm puzzled because of the following. I have custom modules Participants (CustomModule5) and Departures (CustomModule1): a Contact can be a Participant in multiple Departures. Participants used to be called Passengers; it was renamed to Participants
Function deleted after releasing connection in Kiosk
Hi Everyone I create a Function (Automation) and link it in a Kiosk Workflow. Later, I decide not to use this function from Kios anymore, so I delete the entry in the Kiosk Workflow and publish the new Version. Problem 1: The Function remains linked until
GetRecords.py UNABLE to PARSE DATA
Hello, I am trying to follow the GetRecords.py sample but I am getting a Status Code: 400 Status: error Code: UNABLE_TO_PARSE_DATA_TYPE Details Message: either the request body or parameters is in wrong format Any thoughts on how to fix this?
python Message: invalid external fields in header
Hello, I am trying to follow the GetRecord.py sample and put in my record ID from my URL and I am getting this error: Status Code: 400 Status: error Code: INVALID_DATA Details Message: invalid external fields in header Thanks for any help. I've double
Zoho CRM function invoked by REST API Key does not receive a POSTed payload from Zoho Sign's webhook feature
Posting a payload to the URL of the API Key invokes my function, but I can't access the POSTed payload data inside my function. I have confirmed that a payload is being POSTed correctly by testing with my own hosted webhook. I have tried receiving the
Kaizen #175 - Leverage Settings Widget for Zoho CRM Extensions
Howdy, innovators! Welcome back to a fresh week of Kaizen. This week, we will delve into configuring a Settings widget in Zoho CRM for the effective functioning of extensions. It centralizes around key configurations that will be carried out to various
Populating Lead ID in Deal Record
I’m trying to create a unique identifier to match deal and lead reports, and my plan was to use the Lead ID as the key. However, I’m having trouble figuring out how to get the Lead ID from the lead record into the deal record during the lead conversion
How can i get and update Multi-Select Lookup field through API?
Hi! How can i get and update Multi-Select Lookup field through API from/in Custom Module?
Request for Assistance with Script for Updating a Custom Field in Accounts
Dear Zoho Support Team, I have created the following script, intended to automate the update of a custom field called kontrolka in the Accounts module based on data from the Leads module. Below is the script: // Get the account ID from the Lead var accountId
Kaizen #174 : Client Script Commands
Hello everyone! Client Script Commands feature is a highly anticipated functionality that enables users to trigger Client Scripts anywhere within Zoho CRM, extending the scope of client script beyond standard pages and events. In this Kaizen post, we'll
COQL equivalent to zoho.crm.getRelatedRecords
Hello i add a standalone function, that i call from my js app with ZOHO.CRM.CONNECTION.invoke etc in the function i fetch with something like this AllContacts = zoho.crm.getRelatedRecords("relation_name","parent_module_name",recordid); it works great
Function went from fine to nonfunctioning without change
url = "https://www.zohoapis.com/crm/v7/Accounts/" + id + "/Attachments/" + attach_id; file_engage = invokeurl [ url :url type :GET connection:"zoho_attachments" ]; The attach id is grabbed from a file upload field account = zoho.crm.getRecordById("Accounts",id);
INVALID_TOKEN CREATING LEAD
An error occurs when create token with curl "https://www.zohoapis.com/crm/v7/Leads" -H "Authorization: Zoho-oauthtoken HIDE" -d"@Lead.json" -X POST I can read leads, but I cannot write them. The permission are: ZohoCRM.modules.leads.ALL ZohoCRM.modules.deals.ALL
How to search Locked Record?
Hi, I have script like below, however seems this cannot search those locked record. what para I can add to search locked record? var invoice_info_list = ZDK.Apps.CRM.Invoices.searchByCriteria("(Sales_Order:equals:"+ so_record_id +")");
Audit Log Export via API
Hello, Based on the documentation here https://www.zoho.com/crm/developer/docs/api/v7/create-export-audit-log.html I need to specify the scope ZohoCRM.settings.audit_logs.CREATE to create a log export. I've created a Self Client app but when I specify
Want to upload images to custom image fields using zoho crm api v2.
Hi i want to upload image to my custom image field from third party application using zoho crm api v2 . Please tell me how i can do this? Thanks
Issue with Exact Phone Number Match in Zoho CRM Search Record API
Hello Everyone, I am working on a custom function that works as a REST API. This function receives API calls via a third-party webhook, where the payload data contains various details, including phone numbers, names, dates, etc. A single payload can contain
How to Automatically Populate the Deal ID in the Parent Lead After Creating a New Deal with Blueprint?
Hello Everyone! 🎉 I wanted to share a solution to a problem that some of you might have encountered. In Zoho CRM, when creating a Deal from a Lead using a Blueprint, data can only flow in one direction—from the Lead (parent) to the Deal (child). But
Kaizen #173: A Comparison of Zoho CRM REST APIs and GraphQL APIs
Hello everyone! Welcome back to another week of Kaizen! Zoho CRM offers two API architectures for its users: REST API and GraphQL API. Each of these API architectures has its own strengths and ideal use cases. In this post, we will discuss the difference
Multiple contact email linking for a deal
How can I add multiple contacts to a deal to have their emails auto link to a deal. At the moment only one primary contact is available for a deal, but we work with manufacturing and power plants where multiple contacts are associated with a deal and
API (v2) Search Criteria using CONCAT
With API I can search for a contact using First_Name and Last_Name. However, when I need to search the Contact Module using a full name — and because CRM does not provide an API for full name — I am not finding a way to do this in the traditional way
Zoho CRM - best way to search an account and assign to a deal
Hi Everyone I am looking for some advice. I want to find the best way to complete the below steps. We have a deal and once it reaches a certain stage we need to allocate a supplier / vendor to this deal along with the salesperson. I want to add (ideally
Kaizen #60 - Get Records, Search Records, Query and Bulk Read APIs
Hi everyone.. Welcome back! In this post, we will discuss when to use Get Records, Search Records, Query, and Bulk Read APIs to fetch records. Please note that the information in the article holds true for version 3 of Zoho CRM APIs. Get Records API The
Function not working if more then 1 Record is selected
Hi there! I have a function like this: string button.PCS_TempDruck_Rechnungen(string Modul, int ID) { //Do some stuff here return "finish" } I linked this function to a button in the List View and Mass/Multi-Action of the Quote Module. Arguments: Module
OAuth with Bubble.io API Connector does not work although it is working in Postman
Hi, I am new to API programming but have successfully connected Google and Asana with the Bubble.io API connector. Also I have setup Postman and can access Zoho APIs successfully e.g. Projects. Scope used is: ZohoProjects.tasks.CREATE ZohoProjects.tasks.READ
Server responds internal server error when requesting token
I am trying to request for token through this url https://accounts.zoho.com/oauth/v2/token I use postman to do this, but everytime I send a request it gives me a 500 response with no messages in it. Below is the screenshot of what i am trying to do. PLease
Zoho CRM v2.1 deprecation or sunset plans ?
Hi Team Wanted to know if there is any plan to deprecate v2.1 CRM apis https://www.zoho.com/crm/developer/docs/api/v2.1/ and if yes by when
Kaizen #124 - Manipulating Subform using Zoho CRM APIs
Hello everyone! Welcome back to another post in our Kaizen series. In this post, we will discuss how to manipulate the Subform data using Zoho CRM APIs. Subforms A Subform is a data section embedded in the primary form to collect details related to the
Client script: Can not choose a date field for an onChange field event
Hi Zoho Team Why can't I choose one of my date fields to trigger an onChange event? Is this a client script limitation, or something wrong with my instance? If it is a limitation, is this mentioned in the documentation anywhere? Thanks. Marcus
Do I need to migrate to API v7?
Current workload forces me to ask this question. Even though I know API v7 has better features, I have many previous API calls written in v2 that still function well. Is there any compelling reason (that I may be missing) for me to make time to migrate
Kaizen #96 Automatic Mail-Merge Document Creation Using Zoho CRM APIs
Efficient communication and personalized document generation are crucial for maintaining strong customer relationships in your business. Manual document generation can be time-consuming, repetitive and error-prone, decreasing productivity and customer
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