Turn on suggestions
Auto-suggest helps you quickly narrow down your search results by suggesting possible matches as you type.
Showing results for
I sometimes have to create a purchase order that needs split into classes (dept 1, 2, 3, etc). However when I enter a purchase order on Quickbooks Pro Plus 2022 you have select one class in the header (not available to pick class in grid) of the purchase order. But the items I am purchasing need to be split up among 3 classes, not applied to one. How do I do this?
For example, we are purchasing paint but the paint expense needs split up among 3 departments. I know when I receive against the purchase order I can change the bill to reflect this but it would make the work flow so much easier if it was done in the purchase order.
Hi there, Susan1216.
Allow me to share some information about creating purchase orders with multiple classes in QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT).
You can customize Purchase Order Template to add a class to each item in the grid. Here's how:
1. Open the Purchase order and click Formatting beside Main.
2. Click on Custom Purchase Order Template and click Additional Customization at the bottom.
3. Select Columns and put a checkmark on the class and click OK.
I've added screenshots for your visual reference.
To learn more about the class tracking feature, you can read this article: Set up and use class tracking in QuickBooks Desktop.
Keep your post coming if you need more help with creating purchase orders. I'm always around to help. Have a great day!
I am not able to add a class per your instructions. I cannot add a class to each item in the grid. The only place in a purchase order to add a class is in the header and applied to the entire purchase order no matter what items are added. See the jpg attached to the original question.
Hey Susan1216,
Thanks for reaching back out. Could you go ahead and add that screenshot for me? I do not see the jpg. Here is how to attach the image:
That should do it! I am looking forward to that and assisting you further! See you soon.
Hello there, @Susan1216.
We appreciate you sharing this information and working to find a solution. Let me help add a class to a line item while you're making a purchase order in QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT).
We can add the class in the column by customizing the template. Here's how:
Once done, we can now see the class on the line item. Please see the screenshot below for visual preferences.
I've attached some articles below for additional reference:
That should point in the right direction today. Drop me a comment below if you have any other questions about customizing purchase orders or if you have any other questions about QuickBooks. I'll be happy to help you out.
This works! Thank you so much!
Appreciate the update, @Susan1216.
I'm glad to hear that the steps provided by my colleague have helped with your issue. And thank you for sharing. It will greatly help other customers like you who are also trying to customize purchase orders.
You may visit our Help Articles page to read different information that will guide you in future tasks.
As always, let me know in the comments below or by starting a new thread discussion if you have any other questions. Stay safe, and have a good one!
You have clicked a link to a site outside of the QuickBooks or ProFile Communities. By clicking "Continue", you will leave the community and be taken to that site instead.
For more information visit our Security Center or to report suspicious websites you can contact us here