Copying a journal entry

To define a journal entry that is similar to an existing journal entry, you can quickly copy the existing journal entry, and then make necessary changes.

Copy a journal entry

  1. Access Ledger Journal Entry (ML40.1).
  2. Click the New JE button to open Define Ledger Journal (ML40.2).
    Note: You can copy a journal entry with any status, including History.
  3. Inquire on the journal entry you want to copy.
  4. Click the Copy button to open Ledger Journal Copy (ML40.6).
  5. Use Ledger Journal Copy (ML40.6) to select options for copying the journal entry.
  6. Specify this information:
    New Entry

    The New Entry fields use the default values from the Existing entry fields unless you override the values.

    Journal Number

    If you selected Yes in the Auto Journal Numbering field on Company (GL10.1), leave the Journal Number field blank.

    Journal Book

    If you selected Yes in the Journal Book Required field on Company (GL10.1), the Journal Book field is required.

    Note: Multi-Book Ledger currently does not provide the capability to generate journal book reports on ledger companies.
    Reverse Values

    If you are creating a reversing entry, select Yes in the Reverse Values field.