Q&A Purchasing
What is the purpose of the Purchasing tab?
The Purchasing tab is used to manage and navigate through Purchase Requisitions (PR) and Purchase Orders (PO) within the procurement platform.
How can I create a new Purchase Requisition from an existing Purchase Order?
You can create a new PR from an existing PO by filtering for Purchase Orders in the Purchasing tab, opening the desired PO, clicking on EDIT, and moving the items to the basket.
What information can I edit in a Purchase Requisition?
In a Purchase Requisition, you can edit delivery addresses, accounting information (like cost centers), upload attachments, and assign plants.
How do I access my submitted Purchase Requisitions?
After submitting a cart in Guided Buying, the created Purchase Requisition can be accessed under the Purchasing tab by selecting the relevant option.
What is the document flow related to a Purchase Requisition?
The document flow shows the related documents for a Purchase Requisition, including the Purchase Order, Goods Receipt, and Invoice. It can be viewed in the DOCUMENT FLOW tab on the PR detail page.
What sections are included in the Purchase Requisition overview?
The overview screen of a Purchase Requisition is divided into four sections: PR Overview of Items, PR Details, Approval Workflow, and Item List.
Can I edit a Purchase Requisition after it has been submitted?
Yes, Purchase Requisitions can be edited if permitted by the procurement system, allowing you to modify existing items or add new ones.
How does the approval workflow for Purchase Requisitions work?
The approval workflow is based on your organization’s rules, detailing the approval history, timestamps, decision statuses, and items that were approved or rejected.
What happens to deleted items in MyCart?
Deleted items in MyCart retain specific details such as the PR Header Delivery Address and accounting information, allowing you to track items that were removed before submission.
Where can I find more information about creating and managing Purchase Requisitions?
Additional information can be found in the official documentation or help resources provided by Beneering, specifically on the Purchase Requisition Overview page.