Dynamics 365 Field Service : Configure agreement invoicing

In Dynamics 365 Field Service, Agreements are powerful tools that help automate the creation of Work Orders, Invoices, and Bookings on a recurring basis. One of the core use cases is Agreement Invoicing, which allows businesses to set up recurring billing schedules for services and products.
In this blog, we’ll explore how to configure Agreement Invoicing step-by-step, along with use cases, best practices, and key considerations.
What Is Agreement Invoicing?
Agreement Invoicing automates the process of generating invoices at regular intervals (weekly, monthly, quarterly, etc.) based on predefined terms in the Agreement. This is particularly useful for service-based businesses, such as equipment maintenance, managed services, or subscription-based offerings.
Use Case Scenario
Imagine your organization offers quarterly preventive maintenance for HVAC systems. You charge your customer a fixed fee every quarter. With agreement invoicing:
- The system will automatically generate an invoice every quarter.
- Your field agents can continue their maintenance without worrying about billing.
- Customers are billed timely, improving your cash flow.
How It Works in Dynamics 365 Field Service
At a high level, here's how the Agreement Invoicing works:
1. Create an Agreement for a customer.
2. Define Invoice Recurrence (monthly, quarterly, etc.).
3. Add Products or Services to be invoiced.
4. Set up Invoice Setup and Invoice Products.
5. Use the Agreement Booking Dates to generate invoices.
Step-by-Step: Configure Agreement Invoicing
Step 1: Create a New Agreement
1. Navigate to Field Service > Agreements.
2. Click on + New.
3. Fill in the following:
- Name
- Customer
- Start Date / End Date
- Billing Account
- Set System Status to Estimate (it must be Active to generate invoices later).
Step 2: Add Invoice Setup
Once the agreement is saved:
1. Go to the Related > Invoice Setup tab.
2. Click + New Agreement Invoice Setup.
3. Provide the following:
- Name
- Invoice Frequency (Daily, Weekly, Monthly, etc.)
- Start Date / End Date for invoicing.
- Invoice Product Behavior (e.g., use all products or create one invoice per product).
Step 3: Add Invoice Products
From the Invoice Setup form:
1. Go to the Related > Invoice Products.
2. Click + New Agreement Invoice Product.
3. Add:
- Product or Service
- Price List
- Quantity
- Unit Amount
- Tax Code (if applicable)
You can add multiple invoice products to the same invoice setup.
Step 4: Generate Invoice Dates
After saving the Invoice Setup:
1. Click "Generate Invoice Dates" (button on the command bar).
2. This generates Agreement Invoice Dates based on the recurrence.
Step 5: Activate the Agreement
Once everything is configured:
1. Change the System Status to Active.
2. This will trigger the Agreement Booking Dates and Invoice Dates to be processed by the system.
Step 6: Run the Invoice Generation Job
Invoices are not generated automatically unless you configure the background “Generate Invoice” job or manually run it:
Navigate to Field Service > Settings > Agreement Invoice Date Process.
Select the dates and click Create Invoice.
Automation Option: Use the Field Service - Agreement Invoice Creation flow (Power Automate) or schedule the Agreement Invoice Processing job.
Tips & Best Practices
1. Start with Estimate Mode: Use "Estimate" status to set everything up before activating the agreement.
2. Invoice Template: Customize invoice format using Word Templates or Power Automate to send via email.
3. Recurring Invoices: Always double-check the recurrence pattern—mistakes here can cause overbilling.
4. Integrate with ERP: Push generated invoices to Dynamics 365 Finance or other ERP systems for financial processing.
Business Benefits
- Efficiency: No manual invoice creation for recurring services.
- Cash Flow: Timely billing leads to better payment cycles.
- Error Reduction: Fewer mistakes compared to manual invoicing.
- Integration Ready: Works well with ERP, accounting, and reporting tools.
Example
- Customer: ACME Corporation
- Service: Preventive Maintenance
- Billing Cycle: Monthly
- Price: \$500 per month
You set up the agreement for 12 months. The system:
- Creates 12 invoice dates automatically.
- Generates invoices on the 1st of each month.
- Sends invoices to the customer via email using Power Automate.
Conclusion
Agreement Invoicing in Dynamics 365 Field Service is an invaluable feature that ensures consistent, automated, and reliable billing for recurring services. With the right configuration and planning, it can dramatically reduce operational overhead while increasing customer satisfaction and financial predictability.
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