Business Central 2026 Release Wave 2 (version 29) Highlights
Business Central 2026 Release Wave 2
Business Central 2026 Release Wave 2 (version 29), releasing October 2026, introduces advanced Copilot AI agents, expanded multi channel order automation, enhanced supply chain and inventory features, and full retirement of SOAP web services in favour of OData v4 REST APIs.

Microsoft’s 2026 Release Wave 2 for Dynamics 365 Business Central focuses on deeper AI integration, stronger automation, improved financial governance, and expanded global compliance. The update rolls out from October 2026 through April 2027.

Business Central 2026 Release Wave 2

Major New Features in Business Central 29 (2026 Release Wave 2)

1. Advanced Copilot & AI Agents

Microsoft continues its multi‑year investment in AI agents introduced in Wave 1. Wave 2 significantly expands their autonomy and capabilities:

  • More autonomous Payables and Sales Order Agents that handle more end‑to‑end processing with less manual review.
  • Predictive sales opportunity assessments and intelligent recommendations.
  • Improved Copilot suggestions, including number series recommendations and analysis tab history review.
  • AI agents operating under strict permissions, with full audit trails and human‑in‑the‑loop approvals.

2. Multi‑Channel Order Management

Wave 2 expands order automation beyond traditional sales quotes:

  • Integrated B2B order processing via email, Teams, Shopify, and EDI.
  • Automated interpretation of natural‑language order instructions through AI agents.

3. Enhanced Supply Chain & Inventory Management

  • Advanced predictive restocking and real‑time operational monitoring.
  • Improved warehouse and SCM automation powered by AI.

4. Financial Management Improvements

  • More capable AI-driven finance agents reducing manual AP and AR workloads.
  • Expanded e‑invoicing and e‑document support across more regions and formats.
  • Better multi‑VAT handling for international operations.

5. Productivity & User Experience Enhancements

  • Default quantities automatically set to 1.
  • Multiple users can edit the same record without conflict.
  • More intuitive document creation flows.

6. Deep Microsoft Teams Integration

  • Access and modify Business Central records directly inside Teams chat windows.
  • Real‑time collaboration without switching apps.

7. Global & Local Compliance Strengthening

  • Expanded e‑document frameworks.
  • More robust regulatory compliance tooling.

8. Complete Retirement of SOAP Web Services

  • SOAP endpoints for UI pages permanently removed.
  • OData v4 REST APIs become the only supported integration standard.

Release Timeline

  • October 2026
    Business Central 29 general availability.
  • Oct 2026 – Apr 2027
    Monthly feature rollouts until Business Central 30

Summary

Business Central 2026 Release Wave 2 is a major step toward fully intelligent ERP, driven by autonomous AI agents, expanded automation, modern APIs, and improved financial and operational capabilities.

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The Business Central Wave 2 release is built for teams that want fewer blockers and better flow. It pushes Dynamics 365 Business Central closer to what growing businesses need. SuperCell365 helps you make the most of the new version’s release through tailored implementation, deep Microsoft ecosystem knowledge, and end-to-end support.

Dynamics 365 Business Central 29 (BC29), released as part of Dynamics 365 2026 Release Wave 2, continues Microsoft’s semi-annual release cycle. The new version of Business Central is expected to launch, as usual, in October 2026.

The Wave 2 release focuses on performance optimisation in Business Central, helping mid-sized companies improve operational speed, accuracy, and visibility. It supports growth through automation, data-driven decision-making tools, and seamless Microsoft 365 integration.

The Business Central Wave 2 release is Microsoft’s second major update of the year for Dynamics 365 Business Central. Released in October as part of the Microsoft ERP release 2025, it includes key feature improvements such as AI-powered tools, workflow automation, and deeper integration with Microsoft 365.