---
title: "Purchase invoice for Services"
space: "ERPNext"
url: "https://docs.frappe.io/erpnext/item-creation-not-required-in-purchase-invoice"
updated: "2026-03-02"
---

### **1. Set Up Supplier**

1. **Navigate to Suppliers:**


	* Go to **Buying > Supplier**.
2. **Create New Supplier (if not already created):**


	* Click on **New**.
	* Enter the supplier's details (name, contact information, address).
	* Save the supplier record.

### **2. Create a Service Item**

1. **Navigate to Item Master:**


	* Go to **Stock > Item**.
2. **Create New Item:**


	* Click on **New**.
	* Enter the item code and name.
	* Under the **Item Group** field, select or create a group for services.
	* Set the **Item Type** to **Service**.
	* Fill in other relevant details, such as unit of measure and description.
	* Save the item record.

### **3. Create a Purchase Invoice**

1. **Navigate to Purchase Invoice:**


	* Go to **Buying > Purchase Invoice**.
2. **Start a New Invoice:**


	* Click on **New**.
3. **Enter Basic Information:**


	* **Supplier:** Select the supplier from whom the service was received.
	* **Invoice Date:** Enter the date of the invoice.
	* **Reference Number:** Input any reference number provided by the supplier.
4. **Add Service Details:**


	* **Items Section:** Click on **Add Item**.
	* **Select Service Item:** Choose the service item you created earlier.
	* **Description:** Provide a detailed description of the service.
	* **Rate and Quantity:** Enter the rate and quantity for the service.
	* **Taxes and Charges:** If applicable, add any taxes or additional charges.
5. **Account Details:**


	* **Expense Account:** Ensure the service expense is recorded in the appropriate expense account. This can be configured under the **Accounts** section of the invoice.
6. **Review and Save:**


	* Verify all details for accuracy.
	* Click **Save** to save the draft of the invoice.

### **4. Submit**

1. **Submit Invoice:**


	* Once the details are confirmed, click **Submit** to finalize the invoice.

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