Exploring Workflow Approval History in Business Central

Exploring Workflow Approval History in Business Central

In the dynamic environment of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, understanding the intricacies of your business workflows, particularly the approval processes, is essential. Tracking the history of workflow approvals is not just about oversight; it's about gaining insights into your operational efficiency and maintaining a robust audit trail. If you're keen on viewing the historical data of workflow approvals, including the changes made to records, this blog will guide you through the process.

Accessing Workflow Approval Histories

Business Central simplifies the process of viewing approval histories through specific pages designed for this purpose. Here’s how you can navigate through them:

Approval Entries: This page records each approval or rejection in your workflow. It provides a comprehensive view of who approved what, along with the timestamp and any comments they might have added. It’s the first stop for anyone looking to understand past decisions in the approval chain.

Approval Request Entries: Here, you'll find the details of all requests pending approval or already processed. This page is crucial for tracking the progress of various requests and understanding which records are awaiting action.

Posted Approval Entries: Once an approval process is completed and the document is posted, the entries are moved to this page. It serves as a historical archive, showing you a conclusive record of all posted documents that underwent the approval process.

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