{"id":476237,"date":"2024-12-04T11:42:18","date_gmt":"2024-12-04T11:42:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/webkul.com\/blog\/?p=476237"},"modified":"2025-10-24T10:07:47","modified_gmt":"2025-10-24T10:07:47","slug":"odoo-restrict-and-merge-duplicate-data-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/webkul.com\/blog\/odoo-restrict-and-merge-duplicate-data-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"User Guide for Odoo Restrict and Merge Duplicate Data"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Introduction<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Odoo Restrict and Merge Duplicate Data<\/a> module streamlines your database by identifying, merging, and preventing duplicate entries.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With flexible search options, Odoo Restrict and Merge Duplicate Data enable users to find duplicates across various fields, archive unnecessary records, and restore them when needed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Odoo Restrict and Merge Duplicate Data module keeps your database clean, organized, and efficient by automatically managing duplicate data and prevents the creation of new duplicates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Features<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Instantly locate duplicate records in any Odoo model with just one click.
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  2. Search for duplicates by specific fields or domains tailored to your needs.
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  3. Automatically archive duplicates to keep your database clutter-free.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    1. Odoo Restrict and Merge Duplicate Data module easily restore any archived records with a single click.
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    2. Archived records are automatically deleted after 30 days for data cleanliness.
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    3. Prevents the creation of duplicate entries to maintain data integrity.
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    4. Set duplicate restrictions on key fields such as name, email, or custom fields.
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    5. Keeps a log of all duplicates found and resolved for easy tracking.
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    6. Combine duplicate records to streamline and simplify data management.
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    7. Use domain-based search to locate duplicates based on complex criteria.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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      Installation<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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      1. Once you purchase the App from the Webkul store, you will receive the link to download the zip file<\/strong> of the module.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Extract the file on your system after the download finishes. As a result, you will be able to see a folder named- \u2018odoo_restrict_and_merge<\/strong>\u2019<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Copy and paste this folder inside your Odoo Add-Ons path<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      4. Now, open the Odoo App and click on the Settings menu. Here, click on Activate the Developer Mode<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      5. Then, open the Apps menu and click on \u2018Update Modules List<\/strong>\u2019<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      6. In the search bar, remove all the filters and search \u2018odoo_restrict_and_merge<\/strong>\u2019<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      7. You will be able to see the module in the search results. Click on \u2018Install\u2019<\/strong> to install it.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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        Workflow<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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        1. After installing the Odoo Restrict and Merge Duplicate Data module, go to Restrict Duplicacy here you can see the \u2018NEW\u2019 and \u2018Find Duplicate Records\u2019 options.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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          2. When you click on the “Find Duplicate” option, a small window opens where you can enter the criteria for finding duplicates. In this window, you\u2019ll need to specify:<\/p>\n\n\n\n