po-status

Retrieve NetSuite purchase order status by PO number or vendor name.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/afoxnyc3/chelsea-piers-itops --skill po-status
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: po-status
Source: https://github.com/afoxnyc3/chelsea-piers-itops/tree/main/plugins/netsuite-ops/skills/po-status
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/afoxnyc3/chelsea-piers-itops --skill po-status

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It solves the problem of quickly determining whether a purchase order is approved and when it is expected to arrive, without manually digging through NetSuite records.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Purchase Order Lookup by PO or Vendor: Find a specific PO by number or identify open POs for a vendor when you don’t know the PO number.
  • Approval Status and Delivery Timeline: Return approval state (e.g., pending supervisor approval vs approved), creation date, and expected delivery date.
  • Line Item Summary: Provide a line-item breakdown including descriptions, quantities, unit prices, amounts, and receipt status for operational confirmation.

Quick Start

Ask for the current status of a specific purchase order number by saying: /po-status 10042.

Frequently Asked Questions about po-status

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I check NetSuite purchase order approval status and expected delivery date?

You can check NetSuite purchase order approval status by supplying a PO number or vendor name. The Skill returns the approval state, creation date, and expected delivery timeline without manual record searches.

How do I find open purchase orders for a vendor in NetSuite without the PO number?

To find open purchase orders for a vendor, query by vendor name. The Skill discovers outstanding POs for that vendor and returns their header details, supporting operational tracking when the specific PO number is unknown.

Can I view NetSuite purchase order line items and receipt status?

You can view NetSuite purchase order line items using the optional line-item expansion. It returns descriptions, quantities, unit prices, amounts, and receipt status for operational confirmation of received goods.

Do I need NetSuite TBA OAuth credentials to look up PO status?

Yes, you need NetSuite TBA OAuth environment variables configured. The Skill uses these credentials to perform read-only MCP calls to fetch PO header and line-item details securely.

What's the best way to track outstanding POs for IT operations using NetSuite?

The best way to track outstanding NetSuite POs for IT operations is querying by vendor or PO number to retrieve approval states and delivery timelines. It supports operational tracking and confirms expected arrival dates.

Why does my NetSuite PO lookup return no results when searching by vendor?

A NetSuite PO lookup by vendor returns no results if there are no open purchase orders for that vendor. The Skill performs read-only calls without fabricating results, ensuring only actual matching records are returned.