New API Enhancement: Create Custom List Items via PPO’s Web Service

PPO has extended its integration capabilities with the release of a new web service method that allows for creating custom list items via our SOAP-based API. This enhancement opens the door for even more seamless system-to-system integration, giving you greater control and flexibility when syncing data between PPO and external systems.

What’s new?

Previously, PPO’s SOAP-based API already provided a rich set of web methods to retrieve custom list data, including:

  • GetCustomListItemKey – Retrieves a custom list item key by description
  • GetCustomListItem – Retrieves a custom list item for the specified key
  • GetCustomListItems – Retrieves custom list items for the specified item list key
  • GetCustomList – Retrieves custom list items for the specified custom list key
  • GetCustomLists – Retrieves all custom lists

The newly added method supports:

  • Automated creation or updates of custom list items using XML input.
  • Improved data consistency across platforms without the need for manual intervention.

What does this mean for you?

This enhancement supports:

  • Faster onboarding and synchronisation of custom list data.
  • Easier automation of list updates from external systems.
  • Reduced manual effort and risk of human error.
  • Greater flexibility in how you manage reference data used in PPO custom lists and forms.

Whether you’re syncing master data, integrating with HR or finance systems, this new method makes it easier to keep your lists accurate and up to date. We’re always looking for ways to improve your integration experience—if you have suggestions or want to explore your integration options, our support team is here to help! Access our Knowledge Base to learn more.

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Author: Tarryn-Leigh Frans

Tarryn-Leigh is the Marketing Manager at PPO. She is enthusiastic about business improvement and is keen to share information and influence change. In her free time, she loves traveling, reading, and spending time with her husband and dogs.