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  1. APPS
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  3. Purchase Approval Notifications v 18.0
  4. Sales Conditions FAQ

Purchase Approval Notifications

by codexperts https://www.code-experts.co
Odoo

$ 4.99

v 18.0 Third Party
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Technical Name codex_purchase_approval_notify
LicenseOPL-1
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Availability
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Technical Name codex_purchase_approval_notify
LicenseOPL-1
Websitehttps://www.code-experts.co
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Purchase Approval Notifications

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Key Features

Automatic Approval Activity

When a Purchase Order goes to To Approve, the module automatically creates a To Do activity for the Purchase Manager group.

Approver Doesnt Miss Anything

Managers see pending approvals in their Activities and can jump directly to the Purchase Order from the activity.

Activities Auto-Cleared

Once the PO is Approved(or no longer needs approval),related activities are automatically removed keeping the inbox clean.

Extends Default Odoo Approval

Works with Odoos built-in PO double validation.No new approval flows just smarter notifications for approvers.

Simple, Safe, and Lightweight

Minimal module that focuses only on approval notification via activities, improving accountability without changing your purchase process.

Detailed Usage Guide

This module extends Odoos default Purchase Order approval workflow by automatically creating To Do activities for Purchase Managers whenever a Purchase Order enters the To Approve state.

Approvers are instantly notified in their Activities dashboard and can open the related Purchase Order directly from the activity. Once the order is approved or no longer requires approval, the activity is automatically cleared.

Step 1 Enable Purchase Order Approval (Double Validation)

Log in as Administrator / Purchase Manager, enable Purchase Order Approval and set the Minimum Amount required for approval. This activates the default Odoo approval flow that this module extends with activities.

Enable Purchase Order Approval and set minimum approval amount

Step 2 Create a Purchase Order Above the Limit

Switch to a normal Purchase User account and create a Purchase Order with a total greater than the minimum approval amount. Click Confirm Order. The Purchase Order will move to the To Approve state.

Confirm purchase order and it moves to To Approve state

Step 3 Approver Gets Notified in Activities

Log in as Purchase Manager / Administrator. In the top bar (Activities), you will see a new To Do activity automatically created by this module for the Purchase Order that is waiting for approval.

Activity created for Purchase Manager when PO needs approval

Step 4 Open the PO Directly from the Activity

Click the activity to open the related Purchase Order instantly. The Purchase Order clearly shows that it is in To Approve state and requires approval from the manager.

Open Purchase Order from activity and see it needs approval

Step 5 Approve and Continue the Process

Approve the Purchase Order as usual using Odoos standard flow. After approval, the module automatically clears the related activity, keeping the managers Activities clean and up to date.

Approve the Purchase Order and continue normal workflow

Why Choose Purchase Approval Notifications?

Automatic Approval Activity

When a Purchase Order enters To Approve, the module automatically creates a To Do activity for approvers.

Extends Default Odoo Workflow

Works with Odoos built-in Purchase Order Approval / Double Validationno new approval screens or complex setups.

Instant Visibility in Activities

Approvers can see all pending approvals directly from Activities and open the Purchase Order in one click.

Open the PO from the Notification

Clicking the activity takes the approver directly to the Purchase Order that requires approval, reducing delays.

Auto-Clears After Approval

Once the Purchase Order is approved (or no longer needs approval), the related activity is automatically cleared.

Notifies Only the Right Approvers

Activities are created for users in the Purchase Manager group, ensuring notifications go only to authorized approvers.

Ready to Get Started?

Speed up your Purchase Order approvals by notifying approvers automatically. When a Purchase Order enters To Approve, this module creates a To Do activity for Purchase Managers so they can approve quickly. Once approved, the activity is automatically cleared.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is an activity created?

An activity is created automatically when a Purchase Order enters the To Approve state.

Who receives the activity notification?

Users in the Purchase Manager group receive the activity, ensuring only approvers are notified.

Does it change the approval workflow?

No. It extends Odoos default Purchase Order approval and only adds activity notifications.

What happens after the PO is approved?

The module automatically clears the related activity, keeping the Activities view clean.

Does it require extra configuration?

Just enable Odoos Purchase Order Approval and set an approval limit. The module handles activities automatically.

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Our dedicated support team is here to help you with installation, configuration, and any questions you may have about the Purchase Approval Notifications.

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