Remote Functions Several "low level" functions are not available in Business Central because they need a physical (virtual) server to be executed. For example: database access (ODBC), local file system, FTP, SFTP... "Remote Functions" are a convenient way to use these functions via Web Services through a remote server. The server must be well configured and secured, later you can setup multiple function profiles through the " Remote Functions" page: Code and description of the server (to identify it) API URL endpoint Access Token The preferred server is used when a specific server is not chosen.