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Date format mismatches cause frequent NetSuite import failures and data corruption. You can eliminate manual date conversion by using automated import processes that handle format standardization automatically.
Here’s how to avoid date format headaches and ensure consistent date handling across all your NetSuite imports.
Automate date format conversion with intelligent imports using Coefficient
Coefficient eliminates date format conversion problems by automatically handling date standardization in its import process. Instead of manually preparing CSV files with proper date formatting, the platform recognizes various date formats and converts them to NetSuite -compatible formats without manual intervention.
The system handles automatic date format recognition from source systems, correctly interpreting MM/DD/YYYY, DD/MM/YYYY, ISO 8601, and other common formats. Date/Time fields are imported as Date only, ensuring compatibility with NetSuite ‘s expectations.
How to make it work
Step 1. Connect your data source with date fields.
Import your data using Coefficient’s Records & Lists method or other import options. The platform automatically detects date fields and begins format recognition without requiring manual specification of date formats.
Step 2. Review date formatting in the preview.
Use the preview feature to verify that date fields appear correctly formatted. The first 50 rows show how NetSuite will interpret your dates, allowing you to catch format issues before completing the import.
Step 3. Set up timezone consistency for scheduled imports.
Configure scheduled imports knowing that the timezone is based on the user who created the schedule. This ensures consistent date calculations across all automated refreshes without timezone confusion.
Step 4. Import directly without manual conversion.
Complete your import knowing that date fields maintain their integrity through the process. The platform prevents common issues like dates being interpreted as text strings or month/day confusion in international formats.
Eliminate date format guesswork
Automated date handling prevents the trial-and-error typically associated with CSV date conversions. You get reliable imports without format mismatches, timezone confusion, or Excel’s automatic date conversions that corrupt data. Start importing with confidence today.
