How to Set Up Branch, Supplier , and Item Group - Wise Defaults for Purchase?
In this tutorial, you will learn how to define purchase defaults based on Branch, Supplier, and Item Group in Logic ERP.
This feature helps automate discount application and enforce strict pricing controls during purchase transactions.
Open Defaults Setup
To Begin:
Go to the Setup Module from the Main Menu
Navigate to Party Wise Settings Section.
Open Branch + Supplier + Item Group Wise Defaults.
This window allows you to define Purchase-Level Defaults for Specific Combinations.
Select Required Parameters
Select the Branch
Choose the Supplier
Select the Item Group
Defaults will apply only to this specific combination.
Define Discount & Defaults
Enter Cash Discount (CD %)
Configure other fields as required
CD Type Options:
Ignore Zero
Applies defined discount automatically
System considers the entered value during purchase
Save & Review
Click Save
Use Entry Mode to review saved configurations
Verify in Purchase Entry
Open the Purchase Entry Window
Select the Supplier
Enter Bill Details
Add items
Observation:
No discount is applied initially
When items from the configured item group are added:
Discount is automatically applied
Enable Group Columns (Set Attributes List) to verify item group behavior.
Understanding "Use Zero" Option
Now let’s explore the advanced control:
Go back to the setup window
Select:
Branch
Supplier
Item Group
Set:
CD % = 0
CD Type = Use Zero
What Does "Use Zero" Do?
Acts as an Exclusion Flag
Ensures:
No discount is applied
Overwrite all higher-level configurations Even if discounts exist in Branch + Supplier Wise, Party Wise, Branch + Item Group Wise.
Validation Example
Define a discount in:
Branch + Item Group Wise Defaults (Purchase)
Now create a new purchase entry for the same supplier
Result:
No discount is applied
"Use Zero" takes priority and restricts all discounts
How This Feature Works
Applies default discounts automatically
Uses Hierarchy:
Lower-level settings can override higher-level ones
Use Zero acts as a strict override control
Key Benefits
Automates discount application
Ensures pricing consistency
Prevents unauthorized discounts
Provides strict financial control
Supports flexible configuration hierarchy
Final Outcome
You have successfully learned how to:
Set Branch + Supplier + Item Group Wise Defaults
Apply automatic discounts during purchase
Use Ignore Zero and Use Zero effectively
Control and restrict discounts using override logic
Your purchase process is now more controlled, accurate, and efficient.
