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Discover how to enable the `tranDesc` field in the AP Bill Entry screen in Acumatica while the invoice is in Pending Approval status. Follow our step-by-step solution!
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How to Enable Field in AP Bill During Pending Approval Status in Acumatica

Acumatica is a powerful business management software that streamlines many standard operations, including Accounts Payable (AP) processes. However, users often encounter challenges, especially when they want to modify specific fields during various approval stages. One such challenge is enabling the tranDesc field in the AP Bill Entry screen while the invoice is in the Pending Approval status. If you find yourself in a similar situation, keep reading as we explore a clear solution to this problem.

Understanding the Problem

When invoices are in the Pending Approval status, certain fields within the application may be locked down to prevent unauthorized changes. This behavior is often controlled by predefined settings in the system's code. In this case, you want to enable the tranDesc field to allow users to edit this specific description without changing the status of the entire invoice.

Initially, an attempt was made to accomplish this with the following code, but it fell short of expectations:

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The issue arises from a restriction in the APInvoiceEntry class where all editing permissions are disabled. Here’s how we can effectively enable the tranDesc field without disrupting the approval process.

The Solution: Enabling the tranDesc Field

To allow for editing of the tranDesc field while keeping the invoice in Pending Approval status, we need to adjust our approach within the APTran_RowSelected method. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of the corrected code:

Step 1: Modify the APTran_RowSelected Method

The goal is to override the default settings that restrict editing and apply permissions specifically to the tranDesc field by following these adjustments in the method:

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Step 2: Enable Update Permissions

In this revised approach:

Enable Cache for Updating: By setting cache.AllowUpdate = true;, you allow the cache to be updated, which is the first step needed to make any modifications viable.

Disable All Fields: The command PXUIFieldAttribute.SetEnabled(cache, row, false); will stop any changes to all fields, as a precaution against unwanted edits outside of the designated field.

Re-enable the tranDesc Field: Finally, we specifically allow the tranDesc field to be editable by using PXUIFieldAttribute.SetEnabled<APTran.tranDesc>(cache, row, true);.

Conclusion

With the above adjustments, you should have complete control to enable the tranDesc field within an AP Bill when in Pending Approval status. This solution seamlessly integrates into your existing Acumatica environment, allowing for flexibility without compromising the security of other fields.

By following these modifications, you can enhance user experience and ensure that necessary data adjustments can be made without disrupting the approval workflow. Happy coding!