Do Not Allow Blank Rate
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How to Make Rate Entry Mandatory in Purchase Orders?
This tutorial explains how to restrict saving a Purchase Order with Zero or Blank Rate in Logic ERP. It demonstrates the default system behavior and how enabling a configuration ensures that all items must have valid rates before saving, thereby improving data accuracy and financial control.
Objective of This Feature
Prevent saving Purchase Orders with Zero or Blank Rates
Ensure accurate costing and valuation
Maintain financial discipline and data integrity
Understanding Default Behavior
Create a New Purchase Order Entry
Add items with Zero Rate
Default System Behavior
Software allows saving the Purchase Order
No restriction on Zero or Blank Rates
Enabling Rate Restriction
Open Purchase Order Module
Go to Configuration Window
Navigate to General Options Section
Locate enable the option Labeled as:
“Do Not Allow Blank Rate”
Click Ok.
Implement After Enabling the Feature
Create a New Purchase Order Entry
Try adding an item with Zero Rate
System Behavior
System restricts the entry
Displays an error message:
Rate entry is mandatory
Completing the Purchase Order
Enter a valid rate for the item
Save the Purchase Order
Result
Entry is successfully saved only after valid rate is entered
Key Benefits
Ensures accurate purchase costing
Prevents incomplete or incorrect entries
Improves financial reporting accuracy
Strengthens process control in procurement
Best Practice Tips
Always enable this feature in:
Standard purchasing workflows
Regularly review configurations to maintain control
Final Outcome
Purchase Orders cannot be saved with Zero or Blank Rates
Data remains accurate and reliable
Procurement process becomes more controlled and error-free
Financial records maintain consistency and integrity
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