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PO Number Generator
Create a consistent purchase order numbering scheme from tokens, preview a batch and validate existing numbers.
Design a purchase order pattern
Example number: —
Next sequence after this batch: —
Validation: —
How to use the PO Number Generator
- Type a pattern using tokens such as {BUYER}, {YYYY} and {N:5}.
- Set the buyer and department codes, sequence start and padding.
- Generate the preview list, copy it, or validate an existing PO number.
Features
- Buyer, department and fiscal year tokens
- Adjustable sequence start and padding
- Optional modulo check character
- Preview list and validation mode
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the free online po number generator.
Type a pattern such as PO-{YYYY}-{N:5}. Purchase order numbers are then built from the year
and a padded sequence value.
It supports {PREFIX}, {BUYER}, {DEPT}, {FY}, {YYYY}, {YY}, {MM}, {DD}, {N} and {CHK}, and the
sequence token accepts a padding such as {N:4}.
The {FY} token works out the fiscal year from the end month you choose, so a March year end
shows something like 2025/26.
Yes. Type the department code into its box and place {DEPT} anywhere in the pattern.
Keep one pattern, note the next sequence value the tool reports, and start the next batch
from that number.
Character values are summed and reduced modulo thirty six or ten, and the resulting letter or
digit is appended to catch typing errors.
Paste it into the validate box. The tool compares its length with the pattern and checks the
check character when one is enabled.
No. They are generated in your browser as you type and nothing is saved, transmitted or
shared with anyone.
Yes. The generator is completely free and unlimited, and it needs no account or sign-up.
Last updated: October 10, 2026