Metadata should also be used to replicate data as it consists of the data type, length, and description. Using the metadata, custom viewTemplate/s can be created via viewTemplate management API end points. Metadata API end point will return all available select fields and filter fields for documentTypes available from reporting API. The reporting data can be requested as either Synchronous(immediate - paginated result) or Asynchronous(job submission - zipped file result). The viewTemplate can be either out of the box template or a custom template you created(via template management API). The only way to generate data is by using viewTemplate.

Ability to generate the secret key to generate Access Token.

Have the ability to obtain secret key (Either by right as administrator of the organization or request the key from administrator of the organization).

Have the APP approved and enabled on the specific realm you choose during step 2.Create an APP for the specific Reporting API (Analytical, Procurement, and Sourcing).

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