What is forced authorization in SAP IS-R-POS - Point of Sale?

SAP Term: forced authorization

• Component: IS-R-POS

• Component Name: Point of Sale

• Description: A process in a credit transaction where the credit service is not contacted for authorization before the transaction is completed. If your store policy is to accept credit purchases under a defined money limit, then the cashier can skip the authorization process and complete the transaction. The POS terminal contacts the credit service after the transaction is complete to inform them of the details of the transaction.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Forced authorization is a feature of the IS-R-POS Point of Sale (POS) component of SAP software. It allows a user to override the authorization process and approve a transaction without requiring additional authorization. This feature is useful in situations where the user needs to quickly approve a transaction, such as when a customer is waiting in line. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use forced authorization, the user must first enable it in the POS settings. Once enabled, the user can select the “Forced Authorization” option when approving a transaction. This will bypass the normal authorization process and allow the user to approve the transaction without additional approval. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using forced authorization, it is important to remember that it should only be used in situations where time is of the essence. It should not be used as a substitute for proper authorization processes, as this could lead to unauthorized transactions or other security issues. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on forced authorization and other features of the IS-R-POS Point of Sale component, please refer to SAP’s official documentation.