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Update or Retire a Terminal

How to Update or Retire a Terminal in Muhasib ERP

Overview

This guide will help you update or retire an application-terminal record without disrupting an active working period.

Source blocks terminal deletion during an active working period and blocks deletion of the terminal currently in use. Application-record removal is not proven to deactivate the licence terminal.

Who can do this

You need access to Terminal Update; Terminal Delete plus explicit operational approval for removal.

Before you start

Use another authorized terminal for retirement. End active registers/working periods, save open work, and determine separately whether WLM deactivation is required.

Before saving, check that the correct company is open and that you have permission to complete this task.

Where to find it

Back Office → Essentials Setup → Manage Terminals.

Update or Retire a Terminal

Step 1: Select the exact terminal by ID/computer name

Step 2: For an update, change the approved computer name, location, or

For an update, change the approved computer name, location, or printer and choose Update.

Step 3: For retirement, verify no working period is active

Step 4: Confirm you are not logged in from the terminal being removed

Step 5: Choose Delete only after explicit approval

Step 6: Handle licence deactivation separately through Licence Information when authorized

Check your work

Confirm other terminals can enter the company, printing/location assignments remain correct, and historical reports keep expected terminal context.

Take a moment to check your work before closing the window. This small check can save time later.

If something goes wrong

  • If blocked by an active period, close POS registers and end it through the supported workflow.
  • Do not transfer/deactivate the primary licence unless that is the intended separate outcome.

What to do next