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GP to BC Migration Pitfalls: Overlooking Reporting

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Alex Hanavan Profile Picture Alex Hanavan


From Segments to Dimensions: A Shift in Thinking

When migrating from Dynamics GP to Business Central, reporting often gets overlooked until it’s too late. Finance and operations leaders assume Management Reporter layouts or SmartLists will carry over—but they won’t. Business Central is built on a different reporting model, using dimensions instead of account segments, and it comes with its own set of tools.

If you don’t plan for this shift, your teams could find themselves without critical reports on day one—delaying month-end closes and forcing reliance on manual spreadsheets just when leadership needs clarity most.

Why Reporting Is Different in Business Central

  • Dimensions replace segments. Instead of hard-coded account strings, Business Central uses flexible tags (e.g., Department, Product, Region). This allows deeper analysis but requires upfront design.
  • Different tools. SmartLists don’t exist in BC, and Management Reporter isn’t compatible. Business Central uses Account Schedules, saved views, Excel integration, and Power BI.
  • Reporting gaps can stall adoption. Without proactive planning, executives lose the ability to see KPIs at a glance, undermining confidence in the new system.

The Solution: Redesign Reporting Early

Successful migrations treat reporting as a foundational component, not an afterthought. At TrinSoft, we help clients:

  • Catalog and prioritize reports. Before migration, we identify which reports drive decision-making so nothing critical is left behind.
  • Map GP segments to BC dimensions. This ensures reports remain accurate and meaningful in the new system.
  • Select the right tool for the job. Business Central’s built-in tools are often sufficient, but when advanced analytics are needed, we bring in our dedicated Power BI team. With Power BI, leaders gain interactive dashboards, drill-throughs, and AI-powered insights that go far beyond static reports.
  • Test and validate. We work with your finance team to confirm reporting outputs are ready before go-live, reducing surprises and building trust.

Why This Matters Now

With Microsoft ending GP support in the coming years, waiting is not an option. By redesigning your reporting strategy as part of your migration, you not only avoid disruptions—you unlock modern analytics capabilities that give your leadership team faster, more reliable insights.

At TrinSoft, we don’t just migrate your data—we ensure your reporting works the way your business works. Whether through Business Central’s native tools or a fully customized Power BI solution, our team makes sure you have the clarity you need from day one.

👉 Don’t let reporting be the weak link in your migration. Contact us today for a free consultation or demo and see how TrinSoft can deliver reporting that empowers smarter decisions in Business Central.

📘 This blog is just one in a 14-part series covering the most common pitfalls we see during GP to BC migrations. Want to see the full list now? Download the full GP to BC Migration Pitfalls guide for all 14 pitfalls, plus expert insights to help you plan your move.

🚀 Ready to get started? Contact us today for a free consultation or a personalized demo of Business Central.

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