File naming conventions for inbound XML messages passed to AIF using file system adapter

There are few absolute requirements when it comes to file naming conventions related to integrations. Other than producing unique file names within a directory, you can name files according to any scheme that is useful. When deciding on a file naming convention you might consider its ability to:

  1. Identify a unique message.
  2. Classify messages by type.
  3. Process messages in a specific order.

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Importing customers into Dynamics AX 2012 using AIF

This article will show you step-by-step how to do a basic customer import (including corresponding GAB and address data) using AIF in AX 2012. It’s assumed that you’ve already completed the basic setup necessary to create customers manually through the AX client user interface.
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