How to Configure Print Form in iDempiere
The Print Form window configures default print formats and optional mail texts for retail documents including Orders, Shipments, Invoices, Remittances and Projects.
Process Flow
Business Rules
- Only active Print Forms are available.
- Each Print Form should have a unique name.
- Print Formats must exist before assignment.
- Mail Text is optional for email delivery.
- Organization-specific settings can be maintained.
- Default print formats ensure consistent output.
Prerequisites
- Tenant configured.
- Organization configured.
- Print Formats created.
- Mail Text records created (optional).
- Document types available.
Navigation
Menu → System Admin → General Rules → Print Form
Configuration Steps
Step 1: Create Print Form
Configure the required values and save the record.
Step 2: Assign Print Formats
Configure the required values and save the record.
Step 3: Assign Mail Text
Configure the required values and save the record.
Step 4: Activate and Save
Configure the required values and save the record.
Common Issues and Resolutions
| Issue | Cause | Resolution |
|---|---|---|
| Wrong format | Incorrect configuration | Assign correct Print Format |
| Mail text missing | Mail Text not selected | Assign Mail Text |
| Inactive record | Active unchecked | Enable Active |
| Cannot print | Print Format missing | Create Print Format |
| Wrong organization | Incorrect setup | Select proper organization |
Next Steps
- Maintain Print Format.
- Maintain Mail Text.
- Test document printing.
- Verify email templates.