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How To Delete a Supplier Profile

Deleting a supplier profile (supplier record from your ERP that has been uploaded into PaymentWorks) requires creating and uploading a Delete File (DEL File) using a supplier file template. This action removes or "breaks" the connection for any of your "connected" vendor registrations.


When to Use a Delete File

A Delete File is needed for the following scenarios:

  • The connected vendor needs their registration returned for corrections.
  • The vendor was connected to the wrong supplier profile/vendor number.
  • The supplier profile contained incorrect data in a previous upload.
  • The vendor record was deactivated in your ERP and needs to be recreated as new.

Steps to Delete a Supplier Profile

1. Retrieve the Supplier File Template

  1. Log in to your PaymentWorks account.

  2. Navigate to Setup and Manage Supplier Portal.

  3. Click Download Sample to retrieve the supplier file template.

    Example:


2. Fill in the Required Columns on the Template

On the supplier file template, fill out the following columns for the supplier you want to delete:

  • VendorNum: Enter the vendor’s current vendor number.

    Note: Ensure any leading zeros are included.

  • SiteCode: Enter the vendor’s assigned site code.

  • SupplierName: Enter the word “DEL”.

  • AddressType (if applicable): Include this column if your organization uses Address Types on supplier files.


3. Upload the Delete File

  1. Navigate to the Upload Data page in PaymentWorks.

  2. Under Upload Suppliers, upload the completed Delete File.

  3. Confirm the upload was successful by checking the Deleted count.

    • If the Delete File upload is successful, a number will appear next to “Deleted.”
    • If a zero appears, the supplier profile was not deleted.

    Example: 


Important Notes

  • A successful Delete File will remove the selected supplier profile and "break" the connection with the vendor registration.
  • Ensure all fields are accurate to avoid upload errors.
  • If you need more help, please refer to the Knowledge Base or contact PaymentWorks Support.