PL 400 Configure Microsoft Dataverse 5

Question 1

A developer is using the Dataverse Web API and needs to create a record only if one does not already exist, using an alternate key. Which HTTP operation should they use?

Accepted Answer

PATCH with the alternate key in the URL

Answer

Using PATCH with the alternate key value in the URL performs an upsert—creating the record if it doesn't exist or updating it if it does.

Question 2

Which Dataverse capability allows developers to define a set of columns that are automatically populated with a sequential number when a record is created?

Accepted Answer

Autonumber column

Answer

Autonumber columns generate sequential or custom-formatted numbers automatically when records are created.

Question 3

In Dataverse, what is the function of 'pre-entity images' in a plug-in?

Accepted Answer

They provide a snapshot of the record's attribute values before the operation

Answer

Pre-entity images capture the state of the record before the triggering operation, useful for comparing old vs. new values.

Question 4

A developer wants to prevent users from entering duplicate account names in a Dataverse table. Which is the most appropriate Dataverse-native approach?

Accepted Answer

Duplicate detection rule

Answer

Duplicate detection rules in Dataverse identify and warn users or block creation of records with matching field values.

Question 5

Which Dataverse permission is required to publish customizations like table and column changes made in a managed or unmanaged solution?

Accepted Answer

System Customizer

Answer

The System Customizer role has the Publish Customizations privilege required to push changes live in the environment.

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PL 400 Configure Microsoft Dataverse 5