# Required Fields
**YouTube:** [How to Make Specific Fields Mandatory in Purchase Orders?](https://youtu.be/p_wM7ZF7F5g)
## 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.
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### **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
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### **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
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### **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
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### **Key Benefits**
* Prevents incomplete data entry
* Improves data quality and consistency
* Ensures compliance with business processes
* Reduces follow-ups and corrections
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### **Best Practice Tips**
* Mark only critical fields as mandatory
* Train users on required inputs
* Review configuration periodically
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### **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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