Why can't we add items to invoices via Sku numbers? For those of us with barcode scanners it makes things easier. Others have been requesting this for 3 years.

We can add items to an invoice transaction when entering SKU numbers, 12345CP.

In QuickBooks Online, the SKU option is available in all online versions. You should be able to add your product or service items via SKU numbers to your sales forms. I've added a screenshot for visual reference.

Adding items to an invoice via SKU number in an old form layout:

Adding items to an invoice via SKU number in a new form layout:

However, if some users are unable to add items to the customer sales transaction, troubleshooting and refreshing your company data may help rule out the possibility of a browser issue. Refer to these keyboard shortcuts to open one:

• Google Chrome: Ctrl + Shift + N.
• Mozilla Firefox and Microsoft Edge: Ctrl + Shift + P.
• Safari: Command + Shift + N.

You can also try opening your account in a different browser. This could be an issue with the browser that you're using. Once it works from there, go back to your regular browser and clear its cache.

Moreover, you may utilize this reference to help you track and enter customer-paid invoices: Record invoice payments in QuickBooks Online.

You're always welcome to reply to this post if there's anything else you need further assistance managing customer transactions in your file. I'll be around whenever you require additional help. Take care and have a good one!

1. I would expect something to start popping up as I type a sku in but nothing is happening.  Also I'd think there would be a way to type in a sku field.  Here's a screen shot from my sandbox as I type.

Thanks for getting back to us, @12345CP. 

Let me join this conversation and route you to our Support Team to help fix entering SKU to select a product within an invoice in QuickBooks Online (QBO). 

Since you're still experiencing issues with entering products using SKU, I suggest reaching out to our Support Team. They can access your account in real time and use specialized tools to investigate the root cause of the problem. Here's how to contact them:

1. In your QBO account, then go to Help (?).

2. Select either of these tabs:

• Assistant tab and type Talk to a human.
• Search tab and click on Contact us to connect with a support expert.

3. Choose how you want to reach us (phone or chat).

For Plus, Essentials, or Simple Start, support is available Monday to Friday from 6 AM to 6 PM PT and Saturday from 6 AM to 3 PM PT. For Advanced, support is available any time and any day.

As a future guide, let me add this article to get helpful insights into your inventory data: Use reports to see your sales and inventory status.

You're always welcome to reply to this thread should you have further updates about entering SKU in selecting products in QBO's invoice window. We'll do our best to assist.