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Automating Copying Predefined Values from SharePoint List Templates to New Lists

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We have a process where we create new lists on different team sites based on existing list templates. While the "From existing list" feature efficiently copies over columns to the new list, we encounter an issue with predefined values not being transferred.

Currently, we are using Power Automate to overcome this limitation by employing the "get items" and "create item" actions. However, this approach requires us to manually map each column between the source and target lists, leading to the creation of separate flows for each template. This becomes cumbersome to manage, especially when templates undergo changes.

 

We are seeking advice on whether it's possible to create a more general flow that automates the process of copying predefined values from template lists to new lists without the need for manual column mapping. Any insights or alternative approaches would be greatly appreciated. Thanks a lot!

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    SudeepGhatakNZ Profile Picture
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    @Zhao ,

    You can leverage the PNP provisioning engine to create lists from template.

    There is a Plumsail connector that allows you to do this

    How to start Power Automate (Microsoft Flow) with PnP provision from a site design — Plumsail Actions 1.0 documentation

     

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    Zhao Profile Picture
    67 on at

    Hi Sudeep,

    that is the solution what I need. Thank you very much!

  • SudeepGhatakNZ Profile Picture
    14,394 Most Valuable Professional on at

    Glad that it helped!

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