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How to Make Specific Fields Mandatory in Purchase Orders?

This tutorial explains how to make specific fields mandatory in a Purchase Order in Logic ERP. This feature ensures that critical information is always captured before saving a transaction, improving data accuracy and compliance.


Objective of This Feature

  • Ensure Important Fields are not left blank

  • Enforce Data Accuracy and Completeness

  • Prevent incomplete Purchase Orders

  • Improve process discipline and control


Open Configuration Settings

  • Open Configuration Window

  • Go to Other Settings

  • Locate and enable the option labeled as:

"Required Fields"

Select Mandatory Fields

  • Choose fields you want to make mandatory

  • Example:

    • Supplier Order Number

System Rule

  • Selected fields:

    • Cannot be left blank

    • Are required before saving the Purchase Order

  • Click Save to apply changes


Create Purchase Order

  • Open Purchase Order Window

  • Enter Supplier Name

  • Add and transact required items

Attempt to Save Without Required Field

  • If mandatory field is blank:

    • System blocks the save process

Error Message

  • Displays message:

    • Field cannot be left blank

    • Example: Supplier Order Number is required

Attempt to Save With Required Field

  • Go to Header Details → Other Details

  • Enter required field value (e.g., Supplier Order Number)

  • After filling mandatory fields:

    • Purchase Order is saved successfully


Key Benefits

  • Prevents incomplete data entry

  • Improves data quality and consistency

  • Ensures compliance with business processes

  • Reduces follow-ups and corrections


Best Practice Tips

  • Mark only critical fields as mandatory

  • Train users on required inputs

  • Review configuration periodically


Final Outcome

  • Important fields are enforced as mandatory

  • Purchase Orders are complete and accurate

  • Data entry errors are significantly reduced

  • Overall workflow becomes more controlled and reliable

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