How to Make Job Order Selection Mandatory in Journal Vouchers?
In this tutorial, we will learn how to restrict Journal Voucher entry saving if a Job Order is not selected in Logic ERP. This feature ensures that every Journal Voucher is properly linked with a Job Order for accurate tracking and reporting.
Objective of This Feature
Make Job Order selection mandatory in Journal Vouchers
Prevent incomplete accounting entries
Improve Job Order tracking
Ensure accurate cost allocation
Maintain transaction discipline
Access to Journal Voucher Configuration
Go to Menu Bar → Configuration.
Open Journal Voucher Configuration.
Select Required Configuration from the dropdown list.
Navigate to Other Options Tab
Locate and enable the option labeled as:
“Job Order Selection Mandatory”.
Unlock the Job Order Field
Open Column Locks Settings.
Search for Job Order Field.
Tick the option to Unlock the field.
The Job Order field becomes visible during voucher entry.
Save the Configuration.
Create a New Journal Voucher Entry
Process
Open Journal Voucher Entry Screen.
Click New Voucher.
The Job Order selection field is now visible.
Observe Restriction Behavior
Transaction Scenario
Select Supplier
Continue Voucher Entry Process
Intentionally Skip Job Order Selection
Define Accounting Entries
Click to Save.
System Response
The software Restricts the action.
Displays: Error message stating that Job Order Selection is mandatory
Select the Required Job Order
Action
Return to Header Details Section.
Select Required Job Order.
Final Result
Once the Job Order is selected:
The Journal Voucher is saved successfully.
Key Benefits
Ensures Job Order-wise accounting accuracy
Prevents incomplete voucher entries
Improves project and job tracking
Maintains accounting consistency
Simplifies reporting and auditing
Best Practice Tips
Keep the Job Order field visible for relevant voucher types
Verify Job Order selection before saving entries
Use proper Job Order naming conventions
Regularly review Job Order-linked transactions
Final Outcome
Journal Voucher entries cannot be saved without selecting a Job Order
Proper Job Order linkage is enforced automatically
Accounting and reporting accuracy improve significantly in Logic ERP
