Summary
- Dynamics 365 Finance is gaining managed extensibility for data models, enabling more customized analytics and reporting.
- The change supports placeholder fields and empty star schemas to extend the Business performance analytics model.
- This is a preview feature announcement for Finance and Operations Apps; no admin configuration is required at this time.
- IT teams should monitor the feature for potential future adoption if custom analytics requirements exist.
Primary Service: Dynamics
Admin Impact: Low
User Impact: Low
Release Start: 31 Aug 2026
Release End: 31 Aug 2026
Services: D365 Apps, Dynamics
Category: Stay informed
Tags: New Feature
History
8/13/2026 Item Added to Message Center
Microsoft Message
We are announcing the ability to use managed extensibility of data models in Dynamics 365 Finance. This feature will reach public preview on August 31, 2026.
How does this affect me?
With this feature, users can perform more comprehensive and customized data analysis, so decision-making processes include all relevant information. By enabling easy integration of extra data, businesses gain deeper insights, improved accuracy in reporting, and tailored analytics that meet specific business needs. This adaptability drives better strategic planning, operational efficiency, and supports continuous growth and innovation.
By incorporating placeholder fields and empty star schemas, users can map unique fields for customized and tailored analytics. This approach allows businesses to extend the Business performance analytics model to meet specific needs, facilitating deeper insights and more relevant reporting.
What action do I need to take?
This message is for awareness, and no action is required.
If you would like more information on this feature, please visit Use managed extensibility of data models.