Accepteringsnummer

Accepteringsnummer is a unique identifier used in procurement, quality assurance, and logistics to mark an acceptance decision. It denotes that a delivered product, service, or batch has been tested against agreed specifications and approved by the purchaser, an inspector, or a designated third party. The acceptance number serves as a traceable reference for the moment when acceptance is granted and is often linked to accompanying documentation such as an acceptance certificate, test report, or delivery note.

In practice, an accepteringsnummer is created during or after an acceptance test or inspection. It functions as a record that can be referenced in contracts, invoicing, payment processes, and the start of warranties or liability transfers. The number helps to connect the acceptance decision to the corresponding purchase order, contract, or project code, facilitating traceability across the supply chain and internal systems such as ERP or quality-management databases.

Issuance and administration of accepteringsnummeres are typically the responsibility of the buyer’s purchasing or QA department, although some contracts allow third-party inspectors or suppliers to generate the number. The format is often numeric or alphanumeric and may incorporate year, batch, or lot information to support identification and linkage with related documents.

The term is used in several Scandinavian procurement and quality-control contexts, and its exact role can vary by organization or country. It is distinct from related identifiers such as purchase order numbers, invoices, or lot numbers, though it is frequently referenced alongside them in contractual and logistical workflows. See also: acceptance testing, certificate of conformity, delivery note.