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PO Authorization Setup

  • November 27, 2025
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We are reviewing the current PO Authorization setup to minimize the need for complete re-approval whenever minor changes are made to a Purchase Order. At present, even after a PO has been authorized, any modification—such as changes to delivery dates, payment terms, or other non-financial details—requires full re-approval. This results in delays in the PO release and receipt process.

 

There are certain conditions within the authorization setup that, if adjusted, can help reduce unnecessary re-approvals. Additionally, the addition of “charges” is a common requirement for import shipments and ideally should not trigger full authorization again.

Below are a few scenarios where re-approval can potentially be avoided:

  • If, after PO revision, the revised PO amount is lower than the previously approved amount
  • If the changes made do not affect the PO amount
  • If charges are added through the Purchase Order Change Order screen
  • If the change in amount falls within an acceptable tolerance limit

 

Implementing these adjustments will streamline the workflow and help speed up the PO release and receipt process.

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  • Sidekick (Partner)
  • December 1, 2025

Hi ​@mitesh.modi  - you may want to look into using the ‘Use Delta Amounts for Authorization’ check box on the Authorization rule. If used, any reduction in value or changes to descriptions/dates etc will not require authorization. It does mean though, that only the value in which the change order is increasing the PO by, will require authorization not the total PO value.

Thanks

James