Return Appro
Overview
The Return Appro function is used to return items received on approval back to the supplier. This process removes the items from your inventory and records the return correctly, ensuring approval stock is properly accounted for and preventing inaccuracies in inventory reporting.
Accessing Return Appro
- From the Edge Main Screen, click Stock.
- From the menu on the left, expand Stock.
- Select Return Appro.
Stock menu — select Return Appro
Selecting the Approval Items
A search window will appear similar to the Find Stock screen. Under Type & Status, the Appro option is automatically selected and is the only available option.
- Select the Supplier you are returning the items to.
- If operating in a multi-store environment, select the Store the return is being processed from.
- Click OK.
Return Appro search window — select supplier and store
Choosing Items to Return
The system will display all approval stock items associated with the selected supplier.
- Review the list of approval items.
- Select the items to be returned by ticking the checkbox next to each item.
Completing the Return
After selecting the items to be returned, click OK. The selected items will be removed from your inventory and recorded as returned to the supplier.
Approval items list — tick items to return then click OK
Best Practices
- Verify the correct supplier and items before completing the return.
- Ensure approval items are returned promptly to avoid inventory discrepancies.
- Use Return Appro rather than manual adjustments when returning approval stock.
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