Purchase invoices, cost and tax
A purchase invoice records supplier cost and financial liability. Goods receipt and supplier invoice may be linked documents; inspect linkage to avoid duplicate stock.
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Before you start
Select the correct company and verify permissions. Learn in a test workspace; posting or restoring can change actual data.
Workflow
- Choose supplier, invoice date, reference, currency and exchange rate where applicable.
- Enter lines, quantity, cost, unit and tax; inspect discounts and charges.
- If linked to an order or receipt, review matching and differences before approval.
- Save, then post with appropriate permission; review supplier balance, inventory and payment allocation.
Watch this distinction
Do not change a supplier invoice reference to evade duplicate checks. Inspect the existing record first.
Verify the result
Reopen the record and check saved values and state. For financial operations, compare the document with the relevant movement and report before continuing.