Allow to create quotations from request when there is a received quotation

Feature Ideas
1

Hi,
At the moment, It is possible to create quotations from requests that are either in draft or quotation state.
That happens if there is no quotation created yet or if a quotation is created but it is in draft, sent or rejected.
But I think that allowing to create a new quotation even if a quotation has already been received makes sense.
For example when you receive a quotation and you want to try with another supplier before creating a purchase, just in case.
In the case you agree with that, I will create the issue.
Thanks beforehand.

2

For me you can already run multiple times the “Create Purchase Request Quotation” wizard. It is just warning if there are already previous quotation to avoid creating duplicated quotations.

3

When a request has a received quotation therefore the request state is received, it does not warning, it just don’t do anything.
I think the code that is controlling that is the following (I would paste a permalink but that code in heptapod is not loading for me):

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4

I guess we could include the received state but it should also raise a warning for this state.
Also instead of silently stop, it should raise an error if the wizard is run for requests in other states.

5

Okay, I agree.
Issue: Allow to create quotations from request when there is a received quotation (#12630) · Issues · Tryton / Tryton · GitLab

6

Certainly, it makes sense to have the flexibility to create a new quotation even when a quotation has already been received. There are various scenarios in procurement where you might want to explore multiple options before making a final decision. Here’s a comment in support of this idea:

“Allowing the creation of a new quotation even when a quotation has already been received is a valuable feature to enhance flexibility in procurement processes. There are cases where it’s essential to explore alternative options or evaluate different suppliers before finalizing a purchase decision. By permitting users to create a new quotation in such scenarios, it streamlines the process and enables efficient decision-making. This feature can greatly benefit users who need to consider multiple options, ensuring they have the necessary tools to make well-informed choices. We recommend implementing this feature for a more versatile and user-friendly experience.”

If you believe this feature would enhance your workflow and the functionality of your system, creating an issue or feature request is a good way to initiate its development and implementation.

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