ERP ModuleInvoices
Manual Invoices
Creating invoices manually
Creating Manual Invoices
Create invoices directly without a linked sales order.
When to Use Manual Invoices
- Service billing
- Consulting fees
- One-time charges
- Adjustments
- Non-inventory items
Creating an Invoice
Step 1: Navigate to Invoices
- Go to ERP > Invoices
- Click New Invoice
Step 2: Select Client
- Search for client
- Select from results
- Client details populate:
- Billing address
- Payment terms
- Tax settings
Step 3: Add Line Items
- Click Add Line
- Enter details:
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Description | What you're billing for |
| Quantity | Amount (e.g., hours, units) |
| Unit Price | Rate per unit |
| Tax Rate | Applicable tax |
- Line total calculates automatically
- Add more lines as needed
Step 4: Set Invoice Details
| Field | Default | Can Change |
|---|---|---|
| Invoice Date | Today | Yes |
| Due Date | Based on terms | Yes |
| Reference | Blank | Yes |
| Notes | Blank | Yes |
Step 5: Review and Save
- Review all details
- Check totals
- Click Save as Draft or Finalize
Invoice Settings
Payment Terms
Determines due date:
| Term | Due Date |
|---|---|
| Due on Receipt | Invoice date |
| Net 15 | Invoice date + 15 days |
| Net 30 | Invoice date + 30 days |
| End of Month | Last day of month |
Tax Configuration
Apply correct tax rates:
- Default from client settings
- Override per line item
- Multiple tax rates supported
Currency
For international clients:
- Select invoice currency
- Exchange rate applied
- Display in client's currency
Adding Products
From Product Catalog
- Click Add Product
- Search product catalog
- Select product
- Quantity and price populate
Custom Items
For non-catalog items:
- Click Add Line
- Enter description manually
- Set price and quantity
Invoice Notes
Client-Facing Notes
Appears on invoice:
- Payment instructions
- Thank you message
- Special terms
Internal Notes
For internal reference:
- Billing context
- Related project info
- Not visible to client
Finalizing Invoices
Draft vs Finalized
| State | Editable | Sent | Numbered |
|---|---|---|---|
| Draft | Yes | No | Pending |
| Finalized | No | Can be | Assigned |
Finalize Process
- Review all details
- Click Finalize Invoice
- Invoice number assigned
- Cannot be edited (corrections via credit note)
Finalized invoices cannot be edited. Review carefully before finalizing.