How to Configure Print Header/Footer in iDempiere

The Print Header/Footer window defines reusable header and footer logic for print formats. It helps standardize printed retail documents.

Business Rules

• Only active records are used.
• Source Class must be valid.
• Header/Footer can be reused.
• Assign through Print Format.
• Organization controls availability.

Process Flow

Prerequisites

• Tenant configured.
• Print Format available.
• Source class implemented.

Navigation

Menu → System Admin → General Rules → Print Header/Footer

Configuration Steps

Step 1: Create Record

Configure and save.

Step 2: Enter Source Class

Configure and save.

Step 3: Activate

Configure and save.

Step 4: Assign to Print Format

Configure and save.

Step 5: Test

Configure and save.

Common Issues and Resolutions

Issue	Cause	Resolution
Not printed	Not assigned	Assign in Print Format
Class error	Wrong source class	Correct class
Inactive	Disabled	Activate
Wrong output	Wrong assignment	Update Print Format
Changes missing	Cache	Refresh cache

Next Steps

• Configure Print Format.
• Test output.
• Validate layout.