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Most duplicate records in Dynamics 365 aren\u2019t obvious; they\u2019re hidden across related entities.\nAnd native duplicate detection doesn\u2019t catch them.<\/p>\n
Most duplicate records in Dynamics 365 aren\u2019t obvious; they\u2019re hidden across related entities.
\nAnd native duplicate detection doesn\u2019t catch them.<\/p>\n
Standard duplicate detection in Dynamics 365 compares fields within a single record, but what happens when duplicates are hidden across related entities?<\/p>\n
That’s exactly the gap that DeDupeD – #1 Data Deduplication app for Dynamics 365 CRM<\/strong><\/a> by Inogic’s latest release addresses, introducing the ability to find duplicate Dynamics 365 data based on related entity fields.<\/p>\n Traditional duplicate detection only compares fields within a single record. DeDupeD changes this by allowing matching rules based on related entity fields, enabling detection across relationships, not just within records.<\/p>\n DeDupeD’s new Duplicate Detection based on Related Entity in Dynamics 365 CRM<\/strong> feature changes this. It allows you to:<\/p>\n Consider a common real-world scenario. Two Contact records exist in your CRM:<\/p>\n On the surface, standard duplicate detection would not flag these as Dynamics 365 duplicate records. But both contacts are linked to the same company, just written slightly differently. This is precisely where detecting duplicate Dynamics 365 records fails without related entity support, and where DeDupeD<\/strong> steps in.<\/p>\n By comparing Account Name from the related entity and applying matching techniques, DeDupeD correctly identifies that “ABC Pvt Ltd”<\/strong> and “ABC Private Limited”<\/strong> refer to the same organization, surfacing potential duplicate records in Dynamics CRM that would otherwise slip through. Configuring this feature in DeDupeD follows a straightforward step-by-step process. Here’s how to detect duplicate Dynamics CRM records using related entity data:<\/p>\n This is where the magic happens.<\/p>\n You are now matching Dynamics CRM records based on a lookup’s related field, something that out-of-the-box duplicate detection simply cannot do.<\/p>\n Repeat the same selection on the Matching Entity side, choosing Account Name from the related Account. This ensures both sides of the comparison use the same logic and data source for symmetrical matching.<\/p>\n Select the criteria that best suit your business needs. For company name variations, set Matching Criteria to Fuzzy<\/strong>, Accuracy Level to High, and Ignore Blank Values to Yes.<\/p>\n Fuzzy matching is ideal here because it gracefully handles common real-world inconsistencies such as “ABC Pvt Ltd” vs. “ABC Private Limited” or “Brian Robinson” vs. “B. Robinson”\u2014variations that would defeat an exact-match rule but are clearly the same entity to any human reviewer.<\/p>\n Click Save and Close, then Publish.<\/p>\n Navigate back to Entity Configuration to confirm the rule appears under Published Rules with a Status of Published. Your configuration is now active and ready to deduplicate Dynamics 365 records.<\/p>\n Once the rule is published, there are two ways to find duplicate Dynamics 365 data:<\/p>\n Navigate to Contacts, select a record, and click Show Duplicates.<\/p>\n The system will evaluate duplicates based on the related Account Name using fuzzy logic and surface any matches for review. From the duplicate dialog, you can view Full Name, Account Name, and Created\/Modified dates, then choose to Merge<\/strong>, Exclude<\/strong>, or Cancel<\/strong>. Best practice: select the most complete record as the Master before merging.<\/p>\n For large datasets, this duplicate merge tool for Dynamics 365 truly shines. Open the DeDupeD Tool, select Entity \u2192 Contact and View \u2192 Active Contacts, then click Find Duplicates. From here you can:<\/p>\n This new capability takes DeDupeD far beyond native Dynamics 365 duplicate detection. It\u2019s not just about finding duplicates; it\u2019s about identifying, controlling, and resolving them at scale with precision.<\/p>\n Here\u2019s why teams rely on DeDupeD for Dynamics 365 data cleansing:<\/p>\n Duplicate Dynamics CRM data rarely looks obvious, especially when inconsistencies exist across related entities. And that\u2019s exactly where most native detection approaches fall short.<\/p>\n With DeDupeD\u2019s Related Entity Duplicate Detection, this gap is no longer a blind spot. By enabling matching across lookup and related entity fields, organizations can finally identify hidden duplicates, unify fragmented records, and maintain a true single source of truth in Dynamics 365.<\/p>\n If data accuracy, reporting reliability, and AI-readiness are priorities for your organization, this capability is not optional; it\u2019s essential.<\/p>\n Explore DeDupeD on the Inogic website<\/a> or visit the Microsoft Marketplace<\/a> to learn more and get started.<\/p>\n Want a walkthrough of the new feature in action? Reach out to us at crm@inogic.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Most duplicate records in Dynamics 365 aren\u2019t obvious; they\u2019re hidden across related entities. And native duplicate detection doesn\u2019t catch them. Standard duplicate detection in Dynamics 365 compares fields within a single record, but what happens when duplicates are hidden across related entities? 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What is Duplicate Detection based on Related Entity?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\nThis means duplicates linked through related entities often go unnoticed.<\/p>\n\n
Why Does This Matter for Dynamics 365 Data Accuracy?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nHow to Set Up Duplicate Detection Using Related Entity Fields<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Step 1: Create a Duplicate Matching Rule<\/h3>\n
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<\/h3>\nStep 2: Configure Rule Settings<\/h3>\n
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Step 3: Add the Related Entity Field<\/h3>\n
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<\/h3>\nStep 4: Map the Matching Entity Field<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nStep 5: Choose Matching Criteria<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nStep 6: Save, Publish & Verify<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nDetecting and Merging Duplicate Dynamics 365 Records<\/strong><\/h3>\n
From the CRM UI (Record-Level Duplicate Identification in Dynamics 365)<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nBulk Deduplication via DeDupeD Tool<\/h3>\n
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<\/h3>\nWhy DeDupeD Is the Go-To Duplicate Merge Tool for Dynamics 365<\/h3>\n
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Conclusion<\/strong><\/h3>\n