Resolve Beagle Links

Step 1:

The SMS integrates with the Beagle database via VAT numbers. When suppliers are loaded onto the supplier database, it is matched with the relevant B-BBEE certificate on the Beagle database based on the VAT number match.

If a supplier has a VAT number captured for which there are multiple matches on the Beagle database, the supplier appears as an unresolved link under the Beagle links tab. This is common for group Consolidated B-BBEE certificates, as these are issued with all entities that belong to that group appearing as annexures on the B-BBEE certificate. Procuring from a single subsidiary within the group does not mean procurement from the group as a whole, and so the correct subsidiary (where the procurement had occurred) will need to be selected.

To resolve this, head over to the supplier database:

Step 2:

Select Beagle Links:

Step 3:

A list of all unresolved links will appear under the Unresolved Links:

Step 4:

Review each unresolved supplier and select the correct match from the drop-down menu. Once the correct match has been chosen, select the Link button:

Step 5:

When all links have been resolved, the suppliers will appear on the Manually Linked list under Unresolved Links. These suppliers can be edited in the event that any corrections need to be made. Once the supplier is linked, they will be linked until any other changes occur:

TIP: In order to select the correct entity from within the group certificate, match the supplier name and supplier VAT number on the procurement invoice to the supplier name and supplier VAT number listed on the B-BBEE Certificate.