Super Orders v3.0 Support Thread (for ZC v1.3.9)

I fixed the problem regarding the 1366 error.

I went into the mysql database and changed the notify field from INT to VARCHAR

I can now change the batch status from processing to shipped.

Just wanted to post an update.. conversion is going well.. We are testing the latest round of changes.. If anyone wants to test, please PM me.. Please keep in mind I need SERIOUS testers -- not folks looking to get a "sneak preview" of Super Orders.. So if you really want to test Super Orders, we would welcome the additional set of eyes..

DivaVocals:

One last thing..

I will be removing the integration code for USPS Click and Ship (AKA USPS Autofill) and FedEx Shipping Label add-ons.. My research indicates that at the moment neither has been updated for Zen Cart 1.5. It doesn't look likely that the will be upgraded for v1.5 compatibility anytime soon either. Therefore I will be removing the EZ integration code for both. EZ integration with Ty Package Tracker and Edit Orders will remain in place as there are v1.5 compatible releases planned for both of these mods.

DivaVocals:

Working on a v1.5 updgrade/bugfix release. DO NOT ASK ME for an ETA on the release date. I think that I finally have the bandwidth to work on this with some regularity now.. Please understand that I do this work in MY spare time and I prioritize free mod work based on my workload/availability from paid work. In other words, I am working on it, but paying work will ALWAYS take priority over free mods work.

That said I am feeling good that I will have something soon.. :blush:

So here's where we last left our heroine:laugh::

In addition to the changes noted above, and making the app v1.5 compatible, the following bugfixes and improvements that I have been trying for over a year to finish and release will be included. (Some of these fixes were probably already addressed in Scott's recent SO update, but I will note them here anyway..)

2. Full integration of Super Orders functionality into the into Zen Cart core. Eliminate once and for all the separate Super Orders versions of the core "cousin files". Replace super_orders.php, super_invoice.php, super_packingslip.php with Super Order enhanced versions of orders.php, invoice.php, & packingslip.php.

This change is huge and I am sure there will be those who disagree with it. So let me explain the reason for moving in this direction.

I appreciate the original author's desire to not modify core files, but over time this put the Super Orders files out of step with it's core "cousin files". There many other mods which do indeed modify core admin files, and we don't feel there's any further need for Super Order to not follow suit. (caveat, with GOOD documentation and adequately marked code to make it CLEAR where core edits begin.)

In the version 3.0 release we worked hard to bring the Super Orders "cousin files" back in alignment with the core files they are meant to replace. This brought back much of the default order management functionality missing from Super Orders back into the mod (processing PayPal refund from the order window for example).

However, this still leaves us with somewhat nightmarish upgrade issues when Zen Cart is upgraded. (for this discussion assume I am NOT referring to the 2.0 flavor of Zen Cart) In order to have a reasonable assurance that core changes to Zen Cart order files are included in Super Orders, we decided to incorporate Super Orders functionality directly into the core order files. This should make future Zen Cart core updates easier to integrate into Super Orders.

3. http://www.zen-cart.com/forum/showpost.php?p=1008080&postcount=275

4. http://www.zen-cart.com/forum/showpost.php?p=1012083&postcount=279

5. Batch Form Printing. When shopowners print multiple invoices they are presented with a new window with all the selected invoices in separate frames. Printing frames is only supported by IE and Firefox (the 2 most commonly used browsers when SO was initially released). This code still works, but is showing signs of it's age. (the 80s called.. :laugh:) Frame printing is not supported in Chrome, Safari, or Opera. Therefore, this function is to be modified so that batch invoices no longer render in frames and the selected invoice prints on its own page. Align batch invoices and packingslips so that they look/act like the single printed versions.

6. http://www.zen-cart.com/forum/showpost.php?p=977572&postcount=54[

http://www.zen-cart.com/forum/showpost.php?p=977666&postcount=55](http://www.zen-cart.com/forum/showpost.php?p=977666&postcount=55)

Fix super_data_sheet.php lines around lines 225 where TY Tracker is spliced in.

7. http://www.zen-cart.com/forum/showpost.php?p=1029359&postcount=489

Correct PDF packing slip to intepret and output currency and other symbols correctly. (trademarks, currency symbols, copyright, etc)

8. Eliminate the need for the common_orders_functions.php file. Edit Orders and Super Orders should have their own functions files.

9. http://www.zen-cart.com/forum/showpost.php?p=983195&postcount=161

10. Update comments using “Batch Status Update” not working correctly.

Comments in “Batch Status Update” should work the same way default order comments work. (support for e-mail, no e-mail, or hidden comments) . If working properly should allow shop owner to create batch hidden order comments.

Currently does not create the correct comment type. Hidden comments and no e-mail comments are not e-mailed to the customer, but they are stored and displayed in the store as if they are e-mail comments.

11. PDF Packing Slip needs to support wrapping display long attributes names

Word wrapping works for product names and models, but not attributes.

12. PDF Packing Slip does not print all order comments

Seems to only print the 1st comment. Should print comments the same way comments print on the regular invoice.

13. PDF Packing Slip incorrectly displays the “Balance Due” Amount

HI,

I have just installed the update of Super Orders (3.0.2) available on the free zen cart add ons section. Should this release pick up paypal payments that have been made that are in a status of completed and show the payment details as completed?

For the orders that I already have it is still showing no payment data for each order.

Is there anything I need to do to get the payment details showing?

Also, when I use the Batch printing option to print the PDF Packing slips the currency symbol is still being showed as £ on the slip.

Regards,

Brett Rogers
http://www.personally-yours.co.uk

i'm having an issue with my invoice the in tax column they show tax exempt instead of the actual number any one know what is up with that?

DivaVocals:

Just wanted to post an update.. conversion is going well.. We are testing the latest round of changes.. If anyone wants to test, please PM me.. Please keep in mind I need SERIOUS testers -- not folks looking to get a "sneak preview" of Super Orders.. So if you really want to test Super Orders, we would welcome the additional set of eyes..

Again I need to stress that if you want to test, you need to be familiar with ALL the features in Super Orders. I need testers who can test ALL of the add-on, not just the features they use..

Also this is not an opportunity to get your hands on a pre-release version.. Until testing is complete NONE of these beta versions being tested should be used on ANY live store..

MB1:

i'm having an issue with my invoice the in tax column they show tax exempt instead of the actual number any one know what is up with that?Hint: Suggest looking up tax exempt in the readme..:smile:

If you are getting an error that looks like:

[16-Mar-2012 08:14:11] PHP Warning: stripslashes() expects parameter 1 to be string, array given in /home/p153j5eh/public_html/crosscuisines.org/delivery/xAMykyUwRx6W/super_orders.php on line 173

Change super_orders.php on the line specified (173 in my example, but look at your error log). If you have

$comments = mysql_escape_string(stripslashes($_POST)); ^M

change it to

$comments = mysql_escape_string(stripslashes($_POST['comments']));

in the last few days i installed SO3.0 and saw the post that says don't install on ZCV1.5 and now i am trying to uninstall the files so I have this problem now in the index page of admin folder on the links referring to super_orders etc where would I go to change that back to the original orders.php?

purple-heart:

in the last few days i installed SO3.0 and saw the post that says don't install on ZCV1.5 and now i am trying to uninstall the files so I have this problem now in the index page of admin folder on the links referring to super_orders etc where would I go to change that back to the original orders.php?

• Open the SO readme file.
• Click on the Files tab
• Scroll down until you find these two sections:
  

  Core Zen Cart Files Modified (Required)
  Core Zen Cart Files Modified (Optional)

These are lists of files that you must replace when you uninstall SO. The exception of course, is any file in YOUR_CUSTOM_TEMPLATE. Unless you've made other changes to files located there (either manually or changed by another addon), then you may simply delete those and not bother to replace them.

Always remember when installing or uninstalling mods to be mindful of files that get overwritten or are shared by varying addons or your own customizations. Such files will need to be carefully merged/unmerged (vs. overwritten/replaced or deleted).

If you didn't back up your original files before installing this (or any other addon for that matter), then you will have to re-download the ZC installation package and copy the files from there....but be aware that any customizations you made to any of those files will be lost.

ScriptJunkie:

• Open the SO readme file.

• Click on the Files tab

• Scroll down until you find these two sections:

Core Zen Cart Files Modified (Required)
Core Zen Cart Files Modified (Optional)

These are lists of files that you must replace when you uninstall SO. The exception of course, is any file in YOUR_CUSTOM_TEMPLATE. Unless you've made other changes to files located there (either manually or changed by another addon), then you may simply delete those and not bother to replace them.

Always remember when installing or uninstalling mods to be mindful of files that get overwritten or are shared by varying addons or your own customizations. Such files will need to be carefully merged/unmerged (vs. overwritten/replaced or deleted).

If you didn't back up your original files before installing this (or any other addon for that matter), then you will have to re-download the ZC installation package and copy the files from there....but be aware that any customizations you made to any of those files will be lost.

Thanks was hoping it wasn't going to be like that just wish I saw the post before I installed it. It did look like a good mod but like the post said wouldn't work or look right.

purple-heart:

Thanks was hoping it wasn't going to be like that just wish I saw the post before I installed it. It did look like a good mod but like the post said wouldn't work or look right.

Think of it as good practice for installing/uninstalling future addons. Many of the major/more powerful addons (and even some of the smaller ones) override either template or core zen cart files (and sometimes both!), so this is a process you will need to get familiar with and be prepared for as you go forward with Zen Cart.

And while we're on that topic, if you're not yet familiar with the **Zen Cart Override System**, suggest you educate yourself on this ASAP and definitely before you install anything else or make any customizations. It will save you a LOT of headaches :smile:

Additional links are:

• **The Override System Really Simplified**
• **Create a Customized Template**
• **What is Template Default**

Since you're using ZC v150, suggest you take a look at (and subscribe to) **the support thread which discusses which addons are 150 compatible.** Keep in mind that efforts are underway to update this and other powerful addons to bring them to 150 compatibility.

Since it is all volunteer work, there is no ETA on a completion date, so it's best to subscribe to the support threads for each addon you're interested in so you can be notified when updates are available.

Good luck and happy Zenning :smile:

Is there a way to turn off the order notes on the packing list?

Thanks:smile:

I've made an update for SO to update stock when an order is cancelled or re-opened... might be a good inclusion going forward that others can benefit from.

Please let me know if you'd be interested in the code.

Hi all,
I have an issue I followed the steps to install super order 3 in my zencart 1.5 but its not showing up in admin > config
any idea why?

thx a mil

labcomputer:

Hi all,
I have an issue I followed the steps to install super order 3 in my zencart 1.5 but its not showing up in admin > config
any idea why?

thx a mil

:shocking: No... no... no way!! How is that possible!?!?! :shocking:

Plz read previous pages... SO for ZC1.5 is in development...

labcomputer:

Hi all,
I have an issue I followed the steps to install super order 3 in my zencart 1.5 but its not showing up in admin > config
any idea why?

thx a mil

What Gerjan said.. It doesn't work because you didn't read the support thread before you installed SO in your Zen Cart v1.5 store..
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Gerjan:

:shocking: No... no... no way!! How is that possible!?!?! :shocking:

Plz read previous pages... SO for ZC1.5 is in development...

hey_you:

I've made an update for SO to update stock when an order is cancelled or re-opened... might be a good inclusion going forward that others can benefit from.

Please let me know if you'd be interested in the code.Sure I'm interested.. please make sure your code is clearly commented/highlighted.. In the v1.5 ready version I'm doing away with the super_orders.php file

DivaVocals:

What Gerjan said.. It doesn't work because you didn't read the support thread before you installed SO in your Zen Cart v1.5 store..
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Thanks guys, hope we have it soon for 1.5 I will follow...:oops::oops:

labcomputer:

Thanks guys, hope we have it soon for 1.5 I will follow...:oops::oops:
me too.. in the meantime..

ScriptJunkie:

Keep in mind that efforts are underway to update this and other powerful addons to bring them to 150 compatibility.

Since it is all volunteer work, there is no ETA on a completion date, so it's best to subscribe to the support threads for each addon you're interested in so you can be notified when updates are available.

Good luck and happy Zenning :smile:

I have "edit_orders_v3.03" and not sure if this has come up at all but I was reading through the installation but didn't see anything about integrating with edit orders unless i missed it.
When i process an order payed through Paypal and use their shipping module the customer gets an e-mail from Paypal with the tracking number. I am just wondering if Super orders will pick this transaction up and updates the order or is there a way to manually enter the tracking number and when i hit update the customer is e-mailed with the updated information. I know when setting the order to shipped in edit orders the customer gets an e-mail but i can't put the tracking information in.
Also is the super orders V1.5 ready ?
Also refunds can be issued oin edit orders, will i lose that capability ?
Any thoughts ?
Thank you.