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Delete Posted Invoice

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v 18.0 Third Party
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Odoo Apps Dependencies • Invoicing (account)
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Technical Name erpl_delete_invoice
LicenseOPL-1
Websitehttps://erplabz.com
Versions 16.0 17.0 18.0 19.0
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🗑️ Delete Posted Invoice

Controlled deletion of posted invoices in Odoo

⚠️ CRITICAL WARNING

This module removes Odoo's built-in data integrity protections! Deleted invoices cannot be recovered. Use with extreme caution and only when absolutely necessary. Ensure proper backups and check legal/compliance requirements before use.

📋 Overview

The Delete Posted Invoice module allows authorized users to delete posted/confirmed in invoices in Odoo. By default, Odoo prevents this action to maintain data integrity and accounting accuracy. This module provides controlled access to delete functionality through a security group.

Use Cases: Correcting mistakes, removing test data, or handling exceptional circumstances where cancellation is not sufficient.

🚀 Key Features

🔒 Security Controlled

Access restricted to users with "Delete Posted Invoices" permission only.

🔴 Delete Button

Prominent red delete button appears on invoice form for authorized users.

✅ Confirmation Dialog

Requires explicit confirmation before deletion to prevent accidents.

📄 All Invoice Types

Works with customer invoices, vendor bills, and credit notes.

🧹 Clean Deletion

Properly handles related records and journal entries during deletion.

⚡ Simple Integration

Easy to install and configure - no complex setup required.

📦 Installation

  1. Download and extract the module to your Odoo addons directory
  2. Restart your Odoo server or update the apps list
  3. Go to Apps menu and search for "Delete Posted Invoice"
  4. Click the "Install" button
  5. Configure user permissions (see Configuration section)

⚙️ Configuration

After installation, you must grant permission to specific users:

  1. Navigate to Settings → Users & Companies → Users
  2. Select a user who needs delete permission
  3. Click "Edit" and go to the "Access Rights" tab
  4. Under "Accounting" section, enable "Delete Posted Invoices"
  5. Save the user
  6. User must log out and log back in for changes to take effect
👉 Recommendation: Grant this permission only to accounting managers or system administrators who understand the implications of deleting posted records.

💡 Usage

Deleting a Posted Invoice

  1. Open the invoice you want to delete (must be an authorized user)
  2. You'll see a red "Delete" button in the form header
  3. Click the "Delete" button
  4. A confirmation dialog will appear: "Are you sure you want to delete this invoice? This action cannot be undone!"
  5. Click "OK" to confirm deletion
  6. The invoice and related journal entries will be permanently removed

Button Visibility

  • Authorized Users: See delete button on all invoices (except cancelled)
  • Unauthorized Users: Delete button is hidden
  • Cancelled Invoices: Delete button hidden (can be deleted normally)

🚨 Important Warnings & Considerations

  • Permanent Deletion: Deleted invoices cannot be recovered - ensure backups!
  • Legal Compliance: May violate accounting regulations in some jurisdictions
  • Audit Trail: Deletion removes records completely - no audit trail
  • Payments & Reconciliation: Invoices with payments may need special handling
  • Financial Reports: Deletion affects historical financial data
  • Alternative: Consider using "Cancel" or "Reset to Draft" when possible

✔️ Best Practices

  • Always maintain regular database backups before deleting posted invoices
  • Document the reason for deletion for internal audit purposes
  • Use cancellation instead of deletion when legally acceptable
  • Restrict permission to the minimum number of trusted users
  • Train authorized users on proper usage and implications
  • Review your local accounting regulations before use
  • Consider data retention policies and compliance requirements

🛠️ Troubleshooting

Delete Button Not Visible

  • Verify user has "Delete Posted Invoices" permission assigned
  • Log out and log back in to refresh permissions
  • Check module is installed and up to date

Invoice with Payments Cannot Be Deleted

  • Unreconcile payments from the invoice first
  • Handle payment records separately
  • Contact support if issues persist

🏷️ Technical Details

Odoo 19.0 AGPL-3 License Accounting Security Controlled

Dependencies: account
Version: 19.0.1.0.0
Security: Group-based access control

📞 Support

For support, customization requests, or any questions about this module, please contact us:

ERP Labz
Website: https://erplabz.com

Delete Posted Invoice for Odoo 19
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