File format for purchases quick entry
Description

Prepare the purchases quick entry file

When getting your file ready, use the tables below to make sure your format is correct. Pick the table that matches your VAT scheme. Don't forget, the header row in your CSV file needs to use the same headings as shown in the Field name column.

 TIP: The maximum file size you can import is 0.5mb. If your file is larger, split it into another file. 

VAT registered

Column Field name Type Notes
A* Type Text Enter Invoice or Cr Note.
B* Supplier Reference Alphanumeric text Supplier account reference. No more than 10 characters.

Note: The supplier contact must already exist in your contacts list.
C* Date DD-MM-YYYY Transaction date.
D Supplier Name Alphabetic text No more than 50 characters.
E* Reference Alphanumeric text No more than 25 characters.
F* Ledger Account Numeric text No more than 8 digits.
G Details Alphanumeric text No more than 255 characters. You can enter more characters; however, only the first 25 get imported.
H* Net Numeric text No more than 8 digits plus 2 decimal places, for example, 99999999.99
I* VAT Rate Alphabetic text Standard, Zero Rated, Lower Rate, Exempt or No VAT
J* VAT Numeric text No more than 8 digits plus 2 decimal places, for example, 99999999.99
K* Total Numeric text No more than 8 digits plus 2 decimal places, for example, 99999999.99
L Analysis Type 1 Alphanumeric text No more than 50 characters. This must be the analysis type name you entered in Settings > Analysis Types > then the relevant section. For example, a department name.
M Analysis Type 2 Alphanumeric text No more than 50 characters. This must be the analysis type name you entered in Settings > Analysis Types.
N Analysis Type 3 Alphanumeric text No more than 50 characters. This must be the analysis type name you entered in Settings > Analysis Types.

Once your file is ready, you can import the data. More on how to Import sales or purchase invoices as quick entries.

Not VAT registered

Column Field name Type Notes
A* Type Text Enter Invoice or Cr Note
B* Supplier Reference Alphanumeric text Supplier account reference. No more than 10 characters.

Note: The supplier contact must already exist in your contacts list.
C* Date DD-MM-YYYY Transaction date
D Supplier Name Alphabetic text No more than 50 characters.
E* Reference Alphanumeric text No more than 25 characters.
F* Ledger Account Numeric text No more than 8 digits.
G Details Alphanumeric text No more than 255 characters. You can enter more characters; however, only the first 25 get imported.
H* Total Numeric text No more than 8 digits plus 2 decimal places, for example, 99999999.99
I Analysis Type 1 Alphanumeric text No more than 50 characters. This must be the analysis type name you entered in Settings > Analysis Types > then the relevant section. For example, a department name.
J Analysis Type 2 Alphanumeric text No more than 50 characters. This must be the analysis type name you entered in Settings > Analysis Types.
K Analysis Type 3 Alphanumeric text No more than 50 characters. This must be the analysis type name you entered in Settings > Analysis Types.

Once your file is ready, you can import the data. More on how to Import sales or purchase invoices as quick entries.