Step-by-Step Guide: Deploying a Package from the Asset Library to UAT

Ensuring smooth and efficient operations in Finance and Operations (F&O) is crucial for success in business environment. Many teams struggle with deploying extensions effectively, leading to delays and complications.

Have you ever faced challenges when deploying an extension to UAT in F&O?

In this blog post, we promise to provide you with a clear, step-by-step guide that will simplify the deployment process, enabling you to achieve seamless integration and improved performance.

Did you know that 70% of software deployment failures can be traced back to inadequate preparation and planning? By following our guide, you can significantly reduce the risk of errors and ensure a successful deployment.

Prepare the Package

– Ensure the logic or customization is thoroughly developed and tested in a development environment.

– Compile the solution into a deployable package.

Export the Package

– Export the compiled package from Visual Studio or another integrated development environment (IDE) By Navigating it to Dynamics 365-> Deploy->Create Deployment Package

– The package should include all necessary components (like all customizations models).

– Select the File location where you wish to store Deployment Package.

Upload to Asset Library

– Log into Microsoft Dynamics Lifecycle Services (LCS).

– Navigate to the Asset Library section.

– Click on Import Package and click on New Button, give name and description and upload the newly created deployable package.

– Wait for the upload process to complete.

Select the Target Environment (UAT)

– Choose the project linked to your UAT environment in LCS.

– Go to the Environment Details of the UAT instance.

Apply the Package to UAT

– In the UAT environment’s details page, select Maintain and click on Apply Updates.

– Choose the package you uploaded from the Asset Library.

– Confirm the deployment request.

Monitor Deployment

– Track the deployment progress in LCS.

– If successful, the package will be applied to the UAT environment.

Validate the Deployment

– After deployment, test the UAT environment to ensure the new logic works as expected.

– Run key processes to validate the customizations and confirm no errors.

Resolve Issues if Necessary

– If there are any deployment errors or issues, review the error logs and fix them before re-deploying.

– Make sure to thoroughly test before proceeding with the next environment (production).

Conclusion

Deploying logic to UAT in Finance and Operations (F&O) is a critical step in ensuring that your customizations and new features work as expected before going live. By following these steps from package preparation to validation you can streamline the process and minimize deployment risks.

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