Basics
SuiteScript Errors
Handling SuiteScript Errors
SuiteScript errors use try-catch with NetSuite-specific error objects.
Introduction to SuiteScript Errors
SuiteScript is a JavaScript-based API that allows developers to interact with NetSuite. Like any programming environment, errors can occur. Understanding how to handle these errors is crucial for effective SuiteScript development. NetSuite provides a robust error-handling mechanism using try-catch blocks and NetSuite-specific error objects.
Using Try-Catch for Error Handling
The fundamental way to handle errors in SuiteScript is by using the try-catch statement. This allows you to catch exceptions, log them, and take appropriate action. The syntax is similar to standard JavaScript.
NetSuite-Specific Error Objects
NetSuite provides specific error objects that give more context about the errors occurring within SuiteScript. These objects include additional methods and properties to help diagnose and resolve issues.
Common SuiteScript Errors
Here are some common types of errors you may encounter in SuiteScript:
- SuiteScriptError: Thrown when a specific SuiteScript-related error occurs, like a missing record or invalid data.
- ValidationError: Occurs when data validation fails during script execution.
- PermissionViolation: Happens when a script attempts an action that the user does not have permissions for.
Logging Errors in SuiteScript
Logging errors is an essential part of handling errors efficiently. NetSuite provides the log module to help with this. You can log different levels of messages like debug, audit, error, and emergency to capture what happens when your script runs.
Conclusion
Understanding and handling errors properly in SuiteScript is critical for developing reliable NetSuite scripts. By using try-catch blocks and NetSuite's error objects, developers can effectively manage exceptions and maintain script integrity.
