Using the Print List Output Type
The Print List output type allows users to add documents (e.g., Posted Sales Invoices) to a centralized list and download them as a merged PDF file for simplified batch printing. This documentation explains how to configure and use the Print List output type.
Create a Print List Dispatch Profile
The following steps need to be completed to set up a Dispatch Profile using the Print List output type.
- Start in the Document Dispatch - Administrator role.
- Open Dispatch Profiles from the Setup menu in the ribbon bar.
- Press New to create a new Dispatch Profile.
- Enter a name in the Code field, select Print List as the Output Type, and choose the relevant Table (e.g., 112 for Sales Invoice Header).
- Apply the tab settings you want to use using the checkboxes beside them.
Create a Print List Dispatch Profile Attachment
- While still in the Document Dispatch - Administrator role, navigate to Dispatch Profiles.
- Select the Dispatch Profile with the output type Print List.
- Add a new line under Dispatch Profile Attachment and choose Report as the type.
- Enter the report ID you wish to use (e.g., 1306 for Sales - Invoice).
- Click on Options in the ribbon bar to configure additional report options.
- Define a File Caption and set the Report Output Type to PDF or PDF/A3.
Info
The Print List only supports reports configured for PDF or PDF/A3 output.
Add Entries to the Print List
Once a Print List Dispatch Profile is assigned to a business partner, entries can be added to the Print List.
- Navigate to a record (e.g., Posted Sales Invoice).
- Open the card or list page of the document.
- In the Document Dispatch Factbox, execute the Add to Print List action.
- The selected record will be added to the Document Dispatch Queue with a status specific to the Print List.
Access and Manage the Print List
To handle and process print entries:
- Open the Role Center.
- Search for the Print List in the search bar or click on the Print List Entries tile to see all records queued for printing.
- A list view will open, showing all entries with the Print List output type and pending status.
- Select one or more entries and trigger the Download/Merge action.
Note
All selected documents will be merged into a single PDF file, which can then be printed manually.
Info
The Print List Entries tile in the Role Center also acts as a cue, displaying the number of pending entries that have not yet been downloaded. This provides users with a quick overview of outstanding print tasks.
Considerations
- Entries are automatically removed or updated after successful download.
- Errors during PDF generation are handled gracefully with appropriate status updates.
- Merged PDFs align with WebClient constraints and always initiate download via the browser.