> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.upwell.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Carrier Payables Screen

> Learn how to manage and process carrier invoices using the payables screen

## Overview

The carrier payables screen is your central hub for managing carrier invoices and payments.

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</Frame>

## Key Features

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion icon="list" title="Invoice List View">
    The main grid displays all carrier invoices with key information:

    * Invoice number and date
    * Carrier name
    * Total amount
    * Status (New, Validated, Exception, Approved)
    * Match status with TMS shipments
  </Accordion>

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  <Accordion icon="filter" title="Filtering and Search">
    Quickly find specific invoices using: - Date range filters - Carrier filters -
    Status filters - Search by invoice number, BOL, or PRO number - Advanced
    filtering options
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion icon="pen-to-square" title="Invoice Processing">
    Process invoices efficiently with these actions:

    * View invoice details and attached documents
    * Match invoices to shipments
    * Review and approve exceptions
    * Bulk approve validated invoices
    * Export data for payment processing
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Common Tasks

### Reviewing New Invoices

1. Filter the list to show "New" status invoices
2. Review automatically matched shipments
3. Verify rates and accessorials
4. Approve or flag for exception handling

### Handling Exceptions

<Steps>
  1. Navigate to the "Exceptions" tab 2. Select an invoice to review 3. Compare
     invoice details against TMS data 4. Add notes or supporting documentation 5.
     Resolve or escalate the exception
</Steps>

## Best Practices

<CardGroup>
  <Card title="Daily Review" icon="clock">
    Check new invoices daily to maintain consistent cash flow
  </Card>

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  <Card title="Exception Management" icon="triangle-exclamation">
    Address exceptions promptly to prevent payment delays
  </Card>

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  <Card title="Documentation" icon="file">
    Always add notes for non-standard approvals
  </Card>

  <Card title="Regular Exports" icon="file-export">
    Export approved invoices on a set schedule
  </Card>
</CardGroup>