Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online Connector

Learn how to use Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online Connector in DBSync Cloud Workflow

Overview

The DBSync Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online connector helps you transfer data in and out of your Dynamics CRM. With this connector, you can:

1. Populate data warehouses.

2. Synchronize customer databases.

3. Streamline transaction details and online payments, reducing double data entry, and saving time and money.

This connector directly connects to your Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online instance, letting you query, add, modify, and delete various records.

Prerequisites

To connect to Microsoft Dynamics CRM using the DBSync D365 CRM Online connector, you need:

1. A valid DBSync D365 CRM Online connector license, and a username and password for the DBSync iPaaS platform.

2. A valid username and password for the D365 CRM Online application with sufficient permissions to perform CRUD operations.

Connector Configurations

An D365 CRM Online connector instance represents a single D365 CRM account, including login credentials. To connect to multiple instances (sandbox or production), you need to create a separate connection for each instance.

The following table outlines the required parameters for connecting to an D365 CRM Online user instance:

Property	Description	Required
Username	The username for CRM Online login.	Yes
Password	The password for the username.	Yes
Endpoint	The URL to the Microsoft Dynamics CRM server. Use https://organization-name.crm.dynamics.com where "organization-name" is required.	Yes

After creating a connector within a project, you can set it up to map to and from systems supported by our standard connector list. Use the D365 connector to retrieve data from or send data to Dynamics CRM.

Learn about all the connectors we support by clicking the Connectors List link.

Uses of the D365 CRM Connector

The DBSync D365 CRM connector allows Dynamics CRM Online users to:

• Export and import data from databases and sources like Salesforce.com

• Replicate cloud data in-house to build Data Warehouses or Master Data Management systems.

• Integrate and reduce data entry with ERP applications like QuickBooks Desktop, Intacct, and QuickBooks Online.

Permissions

To connect with the DBSync application, you need:

• An active user license for all apps requiring integration, such as Sales, Customer Service, etc.

• Admin rights for your D365 Instance or a Global Admin with a D365 license.

• Full read/write permissions to access the entities connected to DBSync.

Frequently Asked Questions

What versions of Microsoft Dynamics CRM does this connector support? This connector supports Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online 2011 and later versions.

Can I get a free trial of DBSync? Yes, DBSync offers a 15-day free trial after registration.

Does this connector support bi-directional sync? Yes, it supports both bi-directional and unidirectional sync.

Can I create custom mappings in DBSync? Yes, DBSync is flexible and fully supports custom mappings.

What operations can be performed using this connector? You can perform create, retrieve, update, and delete (CRUD) operations on all CRM entities, and use native Fetch XML for queries.

How do I handle errors during synchronization? DBSync provides detailed logs and error messages to help troubleshoot issues. You can also set up email notifications for error alerts.

Can I schedule data syncs with this connector? Yes, DBSync allows you to schedule data syncs to automate and ensure timely updates.