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How to split cost of a Line Item?
Updated over a week ago

This guide provides a step-by-step process for splitting the cost of a line item in a document - PO or Invoice.

You can split costs by account, class, or both, using allocation percentage, quantity, or amount.

Step 1: Accessing the Purchase Order

  1. Open the Document: Navigate to and open the specific Purchase Order/Invoice you need to work on.

  2. Select the Line Item: Identify and select the line item for which the cost needs to be split.

Step 2: Initiating the Split

  1. Split Icon: On the chosen line, locate and click on the 'split' icon. This icon is usually indicated by a split or divide symbol.

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Step 3: Choosing Split Type

  1. Select Split Type: Decide if you want to split by account, class, or both. This will depend on the requirements of the transaction.

  2. Split Options: Use the allocation percentage, quantity, or amount as the basis for the split.

Step 4: Allocating the Split

  1. Allocation Example:

    • To split 50-50 between different accounts and classes:

      • Enter 50 in the first allocation field.

      • Click on 'Split'.

      • Choose another chart of account and class for the other 50%.

      • Enter 50 in the allocation field for the second part.

  2. Adjustments:

    • The split can be adjusted as needed, for example, to 25% across four different allocations.

  3. Advanced Options:

    • Splits can also be based on specific quantities or amounts, offering flexibility in cost allocation.

Step 5: Saving the Split

  1. Confirm the Split: After allocating the splits correctly, click 'Save' to apply the changes.

  2. Verification: The system will now display the line item as 'split'. Click on the split icon again to review the split details and ensure accuracy.

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Step 6: Modifications if Needed

  1. Editing Splits: If adjustments are needed, revisit the split section and modify the allocations as required.

  2. Finalizing Changes: Always remember to save any changes made to ensure that the split is accurately reflected in the system.

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