ODBC Tip: How to Fix the RECORD_IN_BLUEPRINT Error in Zoho CRM

Introduction

When updating Zoho CRM records using the ZappySys ODBC API Driver, you might encounter this error:

Code: RECORD_IN_BLUEPRINT  
Message: Stage cannot be updated as it is in the blueprint

This happens when Zoho’s Blueprint automation restricts updates to certain fields unless specific transitions are followed.

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Why this error occurs

Zoho CRM’s Blueprint feature enforces rules for transitioning between stages or statuses. When you try to update a record’s Stage (or similar field) using ODBC/API, the update may fail if:

• The user lacks permission to override blueprint restrictions
• The record is currently in a locked blueprint stage
• The API call bypasses the designed workflow

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How to fix it

Ask your Zoho CRM administrator to do the following:

1. Grant full access to the target module (e.g. Deals)
2. Enable edit permissions for locked fields like Stage, Quote_ID, etc.
3. (Optional) Enable Blueprint override privileges for the API user

Once the correct privileges are set, retry your update. The error should disappear.

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Best practice for using ODBC with Zoho CRM

• Use a dedicated Zoho user account for ODBC/API access
• Test updates on one record before applying them in bulk
• Log and monitor all updates to detect permission-related failures early

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