REST API integration for business partner data
Connect business partner data through a versioned REST API. Agree the fields and access rules before wiring it into another system.
What does API First mean for Business Partner data?
The application uses versioned /api/v1 routes and explicit provider mappings. A custom integration needs the correct tenant context, authorization and a defined data contract.
Agree the data contract
Versioned contracts
Decide which company, contact and address fields the target accepts instead of copying an entire source payload.
Company boundaries
Authentication and company scope apply to protected requests. Secrets stay on the server.
Extension planning
Use record IDs, operation results and error references to investigate an exchange.
How it works
- 1
Define
Describe the source and target.
- 2
Authorize
Agree fields and authentication.
- 3
Map
Test valid data and failure cases.
- 4
Validate
Activate the agreed exchange and monitor results.
Example: API First
An internal application needs approved supplier addresses. A mapped exchange sends the required fields rather than exposing unrelated company data.
A REST API is not a ready-made connector for every product. Third-party adapters still need implementation and testing.
Frequently asked questions
What does this process do?
Which systems and data are covered?
What access or approval is needed?
What should I check before using it?
Have a record or connection in mind?
Set up your company workspace, or describe the ERP and master data problem through Contact.